Anticipatory Governance of Critical Minerals in SADC: Strategic Policy Pathways for 2035
As mines become more automated and digitised to enhance efficiency, the human resources needed will decline without a new social contract that includes alternative education and training policies.
The Expanded BRICS Can Be a Force to Be Reckoned With in Shaping a New World Energy Order
The BRICS+6, consisting of six of the world’s top oil producers and four of the world’s top natural gas producers, will play a key role in geopolitics surrounding energy.
Digitisation of African Agriculture Through BRICS Partnerships
Agriculture in Africa needs innovative digital solutions to attain some of the goals as contained in regional, continental programmes or international commitments.
G20 Connect: Africa, India, South Africa and Global South
The AU’s full participation in the G20 would increase the legitimacy of the grouping, while also providing a platform for a continent that is under-represented in the G20.
Preparing for the G20 Presidency in a Fraught World: Insights on South Africa’s Priorities
South Africa believes, like India and other emerging economies, that the G20’s focus should be global economic governance, not politics or peace and security.
G20 Should Do More on Financial Reforms to Support Africa’s Resilience
In Africa, rising debt coupled with the growing risks of climate shocks require bold policy interventions domestically and globally to enhance its macroeconomic resilience.
Maintaining Momentum for the Ocean-Climate Nexus in 2023
The link between ocean and climate did not always enjoy full recognition within the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) process.
Elevating ESG: Empirical Lessons on Environmental, Social and Governance Implementation of Chinese Projects in Africa
Chinese financiers and regulators should take steps to guarantee awareness of and compliance with ESG rules by small- and medium-sized Chinese companies operating in Africa.
The Quest for Global Influence
The new BRICS members will add their voices to advocating for a more equitable global governance system, reforming the UN Security Council, and increasing influence for the Global South.
Strengthening Africa’s Digital Infrastructure for Greater Economic Resilience
Despite some progress having been made, a large proportion of the African population is excluded from the digital economy due to physical infrastructure barriers.