Education remains a highly contentious subject in the African context. Historically, it has served as both a powerful instrument of empowerment, opening avenues for individual and societal advancement, and a tool of insidious subjugation, used to enforce colonial ideologies and erode indigenous knowledge systems. The enduring intersection of knowledge, power and the lingering residue of… Continue reading The Colonial Legacy of Education and Its Enduring Legacy in the Naked Prince
Category: Opinion
China-Africa Cooperation Should Promote Sustainable Modernization in Africa
Home to over 30 percent of the world’s critical mineral reserves, Africa contributes just about 4 percent of global carbon emissions, and yet the region bears the brunt of the impacts of climate change due to its high exposure, underdevelopment, weak economy, and limited financial resources for adaptation. In 2023 alone, at least 15,700 people… Continue reading China-Africa Cooperation Should Promote Sustainable Modernization in Africa
The African continent no longer has the luxury of procrastination
Many African thinkers and experts have long spoken about the potential economic power of the continent and what should be done to realize this potential. Our leaders of yesteryear have clearly outlined a program of action meant to achieve the stated objectives. The internal strives within many countries that have pioneered this project impacted at… Continue reading The African continent no longer has the luxury of procrastination
An Incredible Airspace Industry is Taking Shape at Low Altitude
As an economic concept, the low-altitude economy aims to utilise the unique resources of low-altitude airspace in a bid to develop general aviation or civilian non-airline flight, and energise the related industries from the sky to the ground. The concept of low-altitude economy was first proposed by China, providing a theoretical contribution to the development… Continue reading An Incredible Airspace Industry is Taking Shape at Low Altitude
South Africa Should Use Its G20 Presidency in 2025 to Work on Bridging the Gap Between Rhetoric and Tangible Outcomes
As the 2025 G20 presidency, South Africa hosted the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Johannesburg on 20-21 February, which will convene foreign ministers of G20 members such as Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. This is an important event before the G20 Johannesburg Summit in November. To remain relevant, the G20 must adopt bold reforms that… Continue reading South Africa Should Use Its G20 Presidency in 2025 to Work on Bridging the Gap Between Rhetoric and Tangible Outcomes
Cooperation with China can support the Development of the low-altitude Economy in Africa
As an emerging industry catering to diverse needs across commercial, industrial, civil, and military fields, the low-altitude economy has the potential to transform industries such as logistics, transportation, tourism, health care, agriculture, and infrastructure. China’s low-altitude economy is experiencing rapid expansion. According to the 2024 China Low-Altitude Economy Development Report released by the China Centre… Continue reading Cooperation with China can support the Development of the low-altitude Economy in Africa
The Beautiful China Initiative Serves as a Model for Green Growth and Well-being of the People
Beautiful China is not just a trendy term or catchy slogan designed to highlight China’s charm; it is a key goal in China’s development strategy. In 2015, the Fifth Plenary Session of the 18th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China introduced the concept of innovative, coordinated, green, open, and shared development to build… Continue reading The Beautiful China Initiative Serves as a Model for Green Growth and Well-being of the People
Benefits of Indonesia’s accession to BRICS
This article was provided by Duane Dizon, expert on Strategic and Crisis Communications of International Digital Economies Association (iDEA). Membership in BRICS provides Indonesia with more diversified sources of loans, including access to the New Development Bank (NDB), which offers funding to accelerate infrastructure and energy projects that support its ambitious growth targets. BRICS membership… Continue reading Benefits of Indonesia’s accession to BRICS
The Expulsion of Ambassador Rasool, Financial Backing from the EU, and the Unexpected yet Calculated invitation to Zelensky Signal that South Africa is Reshaping its international Posture
In a bold display of independence that is rattling traditional diplomatic circles, South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has signaled a clear break with the United States, a move that has not only shocked Washington but also redefined the nation’s foreign policy. This weekend, Washington expelled Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool, giving him just 72 hours to leave… Continue reading The Expulsion of Ambassador Rasool, Financial Backing from the EU, and the Unexpected yet Calculated invitation to Zelensky Signal that South Africa is Reshaping its international Posture
A Reflection on the State of Social Work in South Africa
As we celebrate World Social Work Day (18 March 2025), this year’s theme, Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Wellbeing, highlights the vital role of social workers in fostering resilience and sustaining social support systems. However, in South Africa, social workers face increasing challenges that jeopardize both their effectiveness and the long-term wellbeing of the communities… Continue reading A Reflection on the State of Social Work in South Africa