Democratic Republic of Congo Country Report
The study attempts to understand the nature and functioning of parliamentary democracy during the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) political transition.
Zim Elections Expose Africa to Ridicule
The upshot is that the South African government and SADC have seriously compromised their credibility in global eyes by rubber-stamping a process that even domestic observers within Zimbabwe have disputed.
The Crisis in Côte d’Ivoire
The path back to peace requires barring all current political rivals, establishing an interim government and holding internationally conducted elections.
South Korea’s Education and Skills Development
The Global Best Practice series examines a number of case studies in various sectors, with the aim of assessing their potential applicability in the Africa developmental context.
What Opportunities for South African Traders?
Much has been written about the Commission for Africa Report released on 11 March 2005 and there has been vigorous criticism of the various recommendations, specifically the aid component.
SPECIAL FEATURE: Is a Big Push the Answer?
Two new development blueprints put Africa centre stage, but leave fundamental questions unanswered.
Prosecution at last – but at a price
Janjaweed and the Lord’s Resistance Army are the armed groups accused of gross human rights violations in Sudan and Uganda respectively.
Trade beckons in the land of the tango
New business opportunities in emerging markets offer growth potential for South African companies looking to expand and willing to take the risk of entering unconventional territory.
Expectations ahead of the start of PAP
With the opening of the Pan-African Parliament’s (PAP) third session tomorrow, there are many expectations of what will be on the agenda for PAP.
Zimbabwe: A pre-election Overview and Recovery Scenarios
This publication, from 2005, offers an overview of Zimbabwean politics, and recovery scenarios.