Reimagining Realpolitik: Africa’s Diplomacy of Principle and Pragmatism at the UN
Africa’s evolving realpolitik reflects a politics of navigation, a deliberate recalibration of conviction and calculation aimed at transforming the international system.
China’s Africa Strategy is Shifting and Iran Conflict Will Speed it Up
African countries and sub-regions should build their own industrial supply chains, like China’s, with early investments amid global volatility, making China’s Africa strategy shift even more important.
Iran War: What African Countries Can Do to Get Through the Crisis and Emerge in a Better Place
Africa is suffering through rising prices, weakening currencies and tighter financing due to the Middle East conflict. The first priority must be mitigating the impact of the war.
Enhancing Nuclear Safety: Protecting Nuclear Power Plants Against Military Threats
While nuclear weapons are often seen as symbols of power, Africa’s Nuclear-Weapons-Free stance is challenged by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, underscoring the need for stronger defence against aggression.
In Memory of Steven Gruzd
Coalition Politics, Democratic Accountability and the Potential for Reform in Post-Majority South Africa
Across South Africa’s national, provincial and local spheres, coalition governments are likely to endure, making it essential to strengthen accountability and public trust.
Cautious Abroad, Assertive at Home? The Foreign Policies of Ethiopia, Senegal and South Africa
Post-independence African governments have paid homage to the ideals of Pan-Africanism but jealously guard their hard-won sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Why Air Quality Matters in Our Communities: The Breathe and Thrive Air Aware Campaign
The Air Quality Matters project can play a vital role in raising awareness about air quality issues and the impact on people’s health, as well as in educating the community on ways to mitigate pollution.
Back to the Shadows: Russia’s African Security Engagements Since Prigozhin
Beyond changing perceptions and media portrayals, the reality is that Russia’s security presence in Africa has evolved, but Moscow continues to build on its existing strengths.
Climate Crisis Demands More Than Disaster Finance
South Africa has an opportunity to leverage its international leadership to push for reforms that expand access to concessional climate finance.