Could an African passport bring to life the dreams of Nkrumah, Senghor and Touré?
The introduction of an African passport has the capacity to bring about increased migration of Africans within Africa.
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South Africa’s power utility: so many red flags it’s hard to know where to start
The scandals surrounding South Africa's power utility, Eskom, was caused by the neglect of corporate governance rules by the board, the executive authority and the public enterprises minister.
It’s cold outside Zuma’s ANC. But there’s little warmth left inside
In the new introduction to his prison memoir South African anti-apartheid stalwart Raymond Suttner uses the word 'betrayal' to explain his break from the ANC.
The role of NGOs in Africa: are they a force for good?
Non-governmental organisations are criticised for pandering to the whims of the donor community at the expense of local populations. The real question is: can they bring about real change?
How governance failures messed up South Africa’s rail agency
The leadership crisis experienced at the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa reveals deep seated corporate governance failures in the management of the country's state owned enterprises.
Under the influence of … ‘Covering Sarah’: exorcising the trauma of colonialism and racism
South African Visual Artist Senzeni Marasela's work creates a tension between the narrations of public wounding and her private one.
Plastic fibres are causing major harm to South Africa’s marine life
Microfibres and microplastics are a massive problem for marine life. Once ingested, they
severely affect marine animals ability to eat. There's also concerns about their toxicity.
Ford South Africa reacted badly in a crisis: it doesn’t have to be that way
The behavior of Ford South Africa around the fires that have engulfed its 1.6-litre EcoBoost Kugas model is a classic case of how not to handle a corporate crisis.
Five reminders of how visual artists can invoke and stir deep emotions
In an image-saturated world, it can feel like we are beyond being moved. But five exhibitions in South Africa's Eastern Cape province in 2016 managed to capture memory and ego in exactly the right proportions.
South Africa’s land reform efforts lack a focus on struggling farmers
South Africa's government makes much of its efforts of putting more land in the hands of the previously disenfranchised black majority. Yet, many beneficiaries continue to wallow in poverty.
Black smoke rising: Under the influence of … Berni Searle’s video ‘Lull’
Hidden underneath painting codes are the violence and bloodshed of colonial exploitation. ‘Lull’ is a daunting reminder of this.
Beware of misleaders who thrive on fear and capitalise on crises
The world needs great leaders who thrive on making a positive difference to people’s lives and not on festering fear and war mongering.
Zuma and ANC run out of road as bad news piles up
South African President Jacob Zuma's days of spinning out court cases indefinitely and at taxpayers' expense may soon come to an end -- possibly his worst news in a week of bad news.
Inside apartheid’s prison – an experience that haunts for a lifetime
Spending time in prison for one's political beliefs can be incredibly challenging. Those convictions can help you to survive those times.
What South Africa’s student protests have taught me about peacekeeping
Peacekeeping is not easy. But for South Africa's universities to begin working towards solutions, it is crucial that their communities give peace a chance.
Book review: writing with great heart about discovering African Zen
A new book on Buddhism in South Africa is more than a beautiful coffee table book. If Zen ever finds a foothold in Africa, the truths the book reveals could be seen as monumental.
Genuine democracy involves more than just polling people
There are several different ways to approach democracy. Polls, elections and referenda all feature, but they're not the only way to deepen democracy.
From the stage to the boardroom: South African women make slow transition
South African creative and cultural industries have taken some early steps to elevate women to leadership positions, but there is still some way to go.
Under the influence of … working class rocker Bruce Springsteen
It is more than just his music that has made Bruce Springsteen one of the world's most influential rock stars. His progressive politics has made him the voice for many people around the world.
Under the influence of … Dumile Feni’s ‘African Guernica’
‘African Guernica’ is an incredibly powerful work of art in many ways, importantly filling that space between the visible and the visible.
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Associate Professor of Journalism and Media Studies, Rhodes University
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Associate professor, Rhodes University
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Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academic & Student Affairs/ Dean, Teaching & Learning, Rhodes University
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Professor and Director of the Centre for Health Journalism, Rhodes University
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Research Fellow in Physical Activity and Health, Rhodes University
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Senior lecturer, Centre for Higher Education Research, Teaching and Learning, Rhodes University
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Professor of Political Studies, Rhodes University
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Associate Professor of Higher Education Studies. Head of Department of the Centre for Higher Education, Research, Teaching and Learning, Rhodes University
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Full Professor (South African Numeracy Chair - Mathematics Education), Rhodes University
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Senior Researcher, Rhodes University
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Lecturer in History, Rhodes University
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Associate Professor of Computer Science, Rhodes University
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Professor of African Language Studies, Rhodes University
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Director of PG Studies & Higher Education Studies PhD Co-ordinator, Rhodes University
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Vice-Chancellor, Rhodes University