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.
Dreaming Out Loud: Implications of a Doha End-Game for South Africa
In November 2011, the Doha Round will be in its tenth year.
African Solutions: Best Practices from the African Peer Review Mechanism
This book is the outcome of research into the policies, programmes and experiences identified as “best practices” from the first 12 countries that published Country Review Reports under the African Peer Review Mechanism.
African Solutions and Twitter Revolutions
The Arab Spring brought about regime change in three African states – Tunisia, Egypt and Libya.
Post-Gaddafi Libya: Internal, Regional and International Security Implications
With the death on 20 October 2011 of Muammar Gaddafi, Libya enters a new and precarious phase.