Some 122 states have ratified the Rome Statute that established the International Criminal Court (ICC) in 2002, among them 34 African countries. However, two cases against current African leaders have focused...
African National Congress (ANC)
Blow, wind, blow
Southern Africa: economic nationalism ‘Empowerment’ benefits political elites while businesses are spooked and citizens are left with nothing but empty promises By Ray Ndlovu A wind of economic nationalism is blowing...
Unpacking white privilege
South Africa: race relations When white ‘allies’ want to make a difference will there still be space for their contribution? By Rian Malan The great struggle of my life thus far has been to come to terms with and, if...
Reporting ethnicity in African politics
Africa: the scourge of ethnicity Understanding ethnicity—inherited or imposed—can go a long way to ensure accurate coverage of conflict in Africa As a journalist I have covered a range of conflicts, some of which had a...
The spirit of brotherhood
For many Nigerians living in Johannesburg, community organisations offer an important link to their roots as well as much-needed support Solomon Owah smiles warmly as another of his endless stream of visitors greets...
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