EMPOWERING AFRICA: ADVANCING CLIMATERESILIENCE AND SUSTAINABILITY ON THECONTINENT |POLICY BRIEF NO.1 2024
Introduction This policy brief provides a comprehensive overview of some key issues and strategies concerningclimate action in Africa. It aims to address the multifaceted challenges posed by climate change onthe continent, and Africa’s agency in that regard through policy recommendations. The
The influence of the US on South African film and television
"The Umbrella Men: Escape From Robben Island" (Courtesy of Known Associates Entertainment) Written by Siwakhile Maseko. The influence of the United States (US) on South African film and television is substantial and multifaceted, reflecting broader trends of globalisation and cultural exchange. From
Reform of the Global Governance System: Preparing for the Summit of the Future.
IMAGE CREDIT:GENEVA ENVIRONMENT NETWORK Introduction September 2024 will be a momentous time for the world as the global governing body, the UnitedNations(UN), is poised to change if not substantially, at least appreciably. With the anticipated changesin the UN, global governance will equally
Africa-US Forum: Africa Engages The Diaspora
Africa-US Forum: Engaging the African Diaspora The recent Africa-US Forum, titled "Africa Engages The Diaspora," brought together scholars and leaders to discuss the dynamic relationship between Africa and its global diaspora. Organized collaboratively by the African Center for the Study of
Advancing business: A comparative look at entities in the US and Africa
By David Sethathi The global business environment is constantly changing, hence the need to explore the variousentities that are advancing business in the different regions. Government agencies, multinationalcorporations, grassroots initiatives and social enterprises play a crucial role in shaping the courseof
AFRICA-US ENGAGEMENT FORUM: AFRICA’S AGENCY TOWARDS THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Introduction and Background In his opening remarks at the Africa-US Engagement Forum, Prof. Mucha Musemwa, the Dean ofHumanities at Wits University, extended gratitude to all attendees and acknowledged the esteemedpartners of the African Centre for the Study of the United States
Live long and prosper: The 21st century African space race
By Valerie Buthelezi The latest report by the World Economic Forum forecasts that the space economy will be valued at US$1.8 trillion by 2035, presenting an opportunity for economic growth and increased sociotechnical development. This economic sector comprises nationalised space agencies
Africa is not a destitute empty-handed partner and should not enter international partnerships as such
In January this year, at the first ever Italy-Africa Summit in Rome, the Italian Prime MinisterGiorgia Meloni revealed the Mattei Plan – an ambitious $5.95 billion project that aims toshape Italy’s strategy for Africa in the years to come. The Summit
Advancing Africa’s Health Agenda
By Kabaso Kabwe During a recent high-level consultative dialogue on the European Union (EU)-Africa Union (AU) healthpartnership, the EU pledged to support the AU in achieving its ambitious target of producing 60% ofthe vaccines on the continent. What does this entail for
AFRICA’S ENGAGEMENT WITH GLOBAL POWERS
Introduction and Background The Africa US Universities Initiative (AFUSI), which brings together the Centre for the Study of theUnited States (ACSUS), based at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), the Centre onCommunication Leadership and Policy (CCLP) at the University of Southern