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latest news & developmentsBafana Bafana: A squad built for more than just participation
The current squad stands out as one of the most impressive in recent memory. Its strength draws heavily from the domestic powerhouse clubs
From summits to substance: Europe’s chance to meet Africa on its terms
The clustering of Africa summits in 2026 is not coincidental. It reflects a continent whose geopolitical and economic weight is growing and whose governments are increasingly…
World war of economics
An interconnected world has rendered us interdependent but also vulnerable to shock across economic geographies, forcing distinct national responses
Rising debt challenges divide developed and developing economies
An international framework that prevents prolonged restructuring negotiations is required
South Korea’s Han sells one million books after Nobel win
Han’s win has created a sensation in South Korea, with the websites of major bookstores and publishing houses crashing
SA’s agricultural export growth cools slightly in second quarter of 2024
Despite this drop, trade figures remain encouraging, but various departments need to address policy and other issues to boost exports
Kenyan aims to be first woman, African to lead UN maritime body
Nancy Karigithu is one of seven contenders pitching for the top job at the International Maritime Organisation
US chip ban on China: A declaration of computer-age ‘war’?
Sanctions can at best slow China from taking the global lead in chip manufacturing. At their worst, they will raise the chances of chip wars spilling into a physical or economic…
2022 World Cup: What’s the deal in group H?
Portugal enter with their most exciting side since 2006 and Ghana have a shot at revenge against Uruguay
Covid-19 reveals cracks in the ‘care economy’
Unpaid labour, primarily done by women, played an essential role in sustaining society during the pandemic – now policymakers must give this work its proper due
Samsung boss goes on trial on drugs charges
Two months ago Lee Jae-yong was released early from a two and a half year prison term for bribery, embezzlement and other offences in connection with a corruption scandal
South Africans are trapped in a ‘Squid Game’
‘Squid Game’ is an explicit critique of the current mode of capitalism. But far too much popular discourse has overlooked or neglected its sociopolitical messages.
North Korea fires ‘missile’, insists on right to weapons tests
The projectile was fired from the northern province of Jagang into waters off the east coast
Review: State capture is business as usual in ‘Vagabond’
The South Korean Netflix drama will resonate with audiences, for all the wrong reasons
How Chadwick Boseman inspired Africa’s first black skeleton racer
Inspired by Chadwick Boseman’s portrayal of King T’Challa in ‘Black Panther’, Akwasi Frimpong set out to make his look, and impact, rich, black and cross-cultural