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In fairness: When the mediator in a peace deal applies coercive pressure in ways that appear biased, as in the case of the US placing sanctions on Rwanda’s gold refinery, it raises questions. Photo: Supplied
GREAT LAKES REGION

Peace needs more than pressure

The US's decision to impose sanctions on Kigali's Gasabo Gold Refinery Ltd has once again brought international sanctions policy in the Great Lakes region into focus. Washington…

  • Albert Rudatsimburwa
4 min read
G20

SA's G20 triumph must not be allowed to fade

Six months after hosting the first G20 Leaders' Summit on African soil, South Africa's efforts to translate the Johannesburg Declaration into tangible change for the continent…

  • Cletus Famous Nwankwo
6 min read
Despite never lifting the World Cup, Neymar delivered inspiring moments.
FOOTBALL

Ronaldo and Neymar: End of an era

As the 2026 Fifa World Cup dives into the quarter-final stage, the tournament has delivered drama, upsets, glaring controversies and unforgettable moments. Co-hosted by Canada,…

  • Lelo Mzaca
8 min read
Foul: For the US, the lesson is not so different to the lesson for South Africa after the opening World Cup game against Mexico: stay in the room. Photo: Screenshot/Fifa
FOREIGN POLICY

Red cards and peace treaties

Drawing parallels between South Africa's World Cup red cards and US foreign policy, this article argues that America's approach to Iran has been self-defeating. It explores the…

  • Michael Brian Lee
7 min read
WORLD CUP

World Cup 2026: Who will lead Africa’s challenge?

The 2026 World Cup, hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded 48 teams, significantly boosting Africa's representation. The Confederation of African Football…

  • Anthony Ohemeng-Boamah
4 min read