Corruption is not merely an economic crime; it is an act of violent dispossession. It is the art of turning the machinery of the state into a private ATM, a heist executed in broad daylight under the banner of...
Angola
What is Trump’s game?
One may say a lot about Trump. As Bono said when introducing U2’s best song at Red Rocks in 1984: “There’s been a lot of talk about this next song... maybe too much talk... this song is not a rebel song; this song is...
Peace mission a crucial opportunity for SA to clarify foreign policy
The misalignment and miscommunication of South Africa’s foreign policy continue to be the subject of much scrutiny and criticism. The African peace initiative presents South Africa with an opportunity to recalibrate...
Inclusive governance matters for the private sector
At first glance, the term “inclusive governance” can appear nebulous, especially when compared to some of the more traditional concerns businesses and investors have. However, the principle which underpins the concept...
Armed and dangerous
Present-day arms trafficking in southern Africa can be traced to the protracted civil wars in Angola and Mozambique, as well as the struggle against apartheid in South Africa. Civil unrest, urban crime and armed...
South African politics: Uncertainty prevails
At the time of last year’s local government elections, it appeared we were at the end of a political age in South Africa. Since then, however, little evidence has emerged to suggest that this was, or is, the case. It...
