A critical year ahead for South Africa at the United Nations Security Council
On 1 January 2012 South Africa entered the final year of its second term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.
After the political dust-up in Libya: deepening the Europe-Africa dialogue
On the eve of the first year anniversary of the Arab uprisings, it is useful to reflect on the state of EU-Africa relations, particularly in the aftermath of the prominent role played by key EU member states in Libya.
Special Report: Busan and the Emerging Aid Architecture
The 4th High Level Forum on Aid Effectiveness held in Busan, Korea, in late November 2011, like the COP 17 conference in Durban, is yet another marker of the shifting fortunes of relations between so-called traditional donors, emerging powers and Africa.
Where to for South Africa and the Doha Development Agenda
The 8th Ministerial conference (MC8) of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) is now done and dusted.
Chinese Financial Institutions and Africa
This paper unpacks the interplay among gradualist institutional evolution within China’s financial sector, the domestic economic drivers within China itself, Africa’s own complex financial terrain and the far-reaching changes to the global economy as a basis for understanding the impact of Chinese finance on the continent.
Linking South Africa’s Immigration Policy and Zimbabwe Diplomacy
The political and economic crisis that has riddled Zimbabwe for over a decade has created two serious challenges for South Africa’s (SA) government.
The Zambia–China Co-operation Zone at a Crossroads: What Now?
China in Africa Project – within the Global Powers and Africa programme.
Understanding China’s Agricultural Investments in Africa
Since 2000 China has started to strengthen its agricultural co-operation with Africa in trade and other commercial activities.
Nigeria and the BRICs: Diplomatic, Trade, Cultural and Military Relations
The increasing involvement of the emerging powers of Brazil, Russia, India and China, collectively called the BRICs, in Africa is a much-discussed topic.
Setting the Boundaries of a Social Licence for Mining in South Africa: The Xolobeni Mineral Sands Project
The international minerals industry faces challenges from communities who are increasingly vocal about the potential environmental and social degradation of mining activities, as well as their right to decide on local development strategies that best suit their needs.