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07 Jul 2026 / by David Willima

Africa must act before deep-sea mining becomes a new battleground

Deep-sea mining is no longer just an environmental or economic issue – it is also an emerging maritime security challenge.

06 Jul 2026 / by Tadesse Simie Metekia

Beyond Africa: why the AU needs a broader definition of reparations

To implement the landmark UN slavery resolution, reparations should be defined as a framework for truth, responsibility, repair, reconciliation and global justice.

03 Jul 2026 / by Peter Fabricius

Can an African Credit Rating Agency overcome investor scepticism?

Current credit ratings may disadvantage the continent, but wouldn’t an African agency amount to Africa ‘marking its own homework’?

02 Jul 2026 / by Karen Allen

Lucrative online influence detected during South Africa’s 30 June protests

With local government elections less than six months away, greater vigilance by the public and social media platforms is vital.

01 Jul 2026 / by Blessing Chipanda & Marvellous Ngundu

Migration starts beyond South Africa’s borders – responses should too

South Africa cannot build enough fences or deport enough immigrants to overcome the consequences of instability in neighbouring countries.

30 Jun 2026 / by Nirvaly Mooloo & Remadji Hoinathy

Does Tshisekedi’s third-term bid benefit Rwanda and M23?

A loss of democratic credibility would undercut diplomatic gains and strengthen M23’s demands for autonomy in eastern DRC.