Giants of Africa Limp Along – South Africa and Nigeria

Nigerian taxis are known for their colourful writings that make personal and social statements.
SACU – One Hundred Not Out: What future for the Customs Union?

This paper is based on research conducted recently in South Africa (SA), Namibia, Angola and Botswana.
Scoping Workshop: Developing the Capacity of Civil Society to Track the Implementation of the African Peer Review Mechanism

The African Peer Review Mechanism was established in 2003 as an innovative instrument aimed at improving governance in Africa.
Africa and the Geopolitics of India’s Energy Security

South African Institute of International Affairs and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation cordially invite you to a workshop on ‘Africa and the Geopolitics of India’s Energy Security’ to be held in Johannesburg 5 October 2010 and Cape Town on 6 October 2010.
The Chinese Stance on the Darfur Conflict

China’s role in Sudan is one of the most closely watched and, in many circles, controversial relationships on the continent.
BRIC and IBSA Forums: Neo-liberals in Disguise or Champions of the South?

South–South co-operation has existed for many decades and has played a key role in solidifying unity among developing countries.
Is Nationalisation the Answer?

Cuba and its revolution have long been emotional reference points for revolutionary cadres in South Africa.
A Night Out on the Town of Juba

The plane banks and a dive towards the Juba airport brings a flat green landscape dotted with rocky hills into view.
Not Another BRIC in the Wall

By seeking to become the fifth member of the Brics, the club of emerging powers formed by Brazil, Russia, India and China, South Africa has staked a bold claim to a central role on the global economic stage.
Development and Climate Change…Convergent or Divergent? A Look at South Africa’s Coal Dependency and its Green Targets

Climate change mitigation is a difficult process for developing nations because immediate and urgent developmental concerns, such as poverty eradication and economic growth, often appear to be at odds with long-term climate concerns.