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The politically ambitious Sisulu’s most recent campaigning grenade came in her cynical attack on the country’s constitution and judiciary.
Cabinet reshuffles are always much less important events than the hype which surrounds them would suggest.
An African court with international criminal jurisdiction which has been debated but never been put into operation could be an option if Africa withdraws from the ICC.
South Africa must position itself to play a decisive role in shaping a new world order as the theUS retreats from global leadership.
The UN’s Responsibility to Protect framework for safeguarding civilians against atrocities could help resolve the Gaza crisis.
Durban one of South Africa’s third largest cities, by population has reported that the number of people living in informal dwellings has remained stubbornly high.
All three female contenders for the presidency of the ANC and South Africa have strong liberation struggle credentials and have also contributed to democracy. But, are they up to the job?
Even if President Zuma wins the no confidence vote, the consequences for the ruling ANC are dire. A loss would see it further divided and weakened ahead of the 2019 elections.
South Africa’s governing ANC appears to have lost claim to being a leader of society. This is clear from the outcome of its policy conference.
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Professor of Political Science and Chair of the South African Research Initiative in Gender Politics, Stellenbosch University
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Honorary Professor of International Relations, University of the Witwatersrand
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Professor of Public Affairs, Tshwane University of Technology
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Professor Emeritus of Public Law, University of Cape Town
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Professor of International Relations, London School of Economics and Political Science
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Professor of Sociology, University of the Witwatersrand
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Professor of Political Studies, University of Johannesburg
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Emeritus Professor of International Relations, University of Pretoria
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Researcher in urban economic development and Research Associate, Urban Futures Centre, Durban University of Technology., University of Amsterdam
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Lecturer in Criminal and Military law and the Law of Armed Conflict at the Faculty of Military Science, Stellenbosch University
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Lecturer, Culture and Media department, Birkbeck, University of London
