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The impact of the US/Israel–Iran crisis on Asia
The LNG shock was underestimated. The foreign exchange and inflation feedback loop has proved more challenging than anticipated
A moment of diplomacy and global connection
The presentation of credentials is a cornerstone of diplomatic protocol, symbolising mutual recognition and the formal commencement of an ambassador’s duties
The case for the reform of the UN
The two proposals reveal that reform debates are marked by a deeper theoretical divergence over whether global legitimacy hinges on balancing power or modernising institutions.
South Africa’s agricultural exports boom
The latest data for the third quarter shows that South Africa’s agricultural exports totalled US$4.7 billion, up from 13% from the same period a year ago
In the time of aid cuts, decentralise women’s health funding
Women and young people don’t need foreign experts to tell them what their communities need; they need resources and support to implement locally developed and relevant solutions
Asia: A new frontier in wildlife documentary filmmaking series producer Matthew Wright reveals the unique challenges and discoveries behind the landmark series
South African wildlife enthusiasts have long enjoyed front-row access to the wonders of nature. With rich biodiversity and awe-inspiring landscapes, it’s no surprise that the…
Four Years, 21 Countries and groundbreaking firsts: BBC Earth’s Landmark New Series, Asia, Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, starts this February
Asia, BBC Earth’s latest natural history landmark series, is set to premiere on DStv Channel 184 on Monday, 24 February at 20:00. This spectacular 8-part series, narrated by Sir…
SA companies should focus on meeting the requirements for a ‘green economy’
The public and civil society taking action to ensure compliance with environmental sustainability local and international laws and treaties is likely to gather momentum
Democratic Alliance scores own goal over Gaza
It should be the day of ANC’s reckoning, but opposition parties such as the Democratic Alliance should polish up their messaging on Israel’s war in Gaza This content is…
Africa’s better future
The world is changing and alliances shifting which presents opportunities for the continent if the citizenry is engaged
Why Africa should look East
Carlos Lopes, the former executive secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission on Africa, makes his case in this interview with Sakiko Fukuda-Parr as to why Africa should…
The West is experiencing a contraction of its power, not necessarily its decline
The war in Ukraine is accelerating its contraction and history shows that irreversible decline often follows
Ukraine: A conflict soaked in contradictions
There are wars in Africa and Asia and some are rarely commented on in the media, so why is Ukraine different?
Most climate science is written by white men
In deciding how the world responds to the climate crisis, policymakers rely on research that tends to be written predominantly by men in the Global North
Rush for Africa’s marine species to feed demand in Asia
The booming, lucrative and often illicit trade in sea cucumbers, seahorses and fish maws threatens species and coastal communities