The African Union, launched its Theme of the Year “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations” at the 38th AU Summit in Addis Ababa in February 2025. This is a big shift in narratives and worth exploring to understand its roots and
As we observe the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, we must look beyond individual acts of violence to examine the systemic structures that perpetuate gender-based violence (GBV) in Southern Africa. These structures are deeply embedded within our institutions, economies, and social systems, creating
In the dusty streets of Soweto, South Africa, Mama Thandi rises before dawn. By 5 AM, she has prepared meals for her elderly mother, three children, and two grandchildren. By 6 AM, she boards the first of two taxis for her two-hour journey to care
In Zimbabwe’s protracted crisis, exhaustion has emerged as a powerful tool of authoritarian control. This analysis explores how systemic fatigue undermines civil society’s effectiveness through a personal lens, examining the intersection of political economy, human rights, and mental health in human rights defense work. The
The business world loves a success story. Media outlets frequently spotlight “exceptional” businesswomen who have broken through the glass ceiling – the CEOs, the founders, the venture-backed entrepreneurs who seem to prove that determination and talent are all it takes to succeed. While these stories
As we marked International Day of Care on October 29th, a day dedicated to recognizing the invaluable contribution of caregivers worldwide, I found myself reflecting deeply on my own journey as a caregiver. My story is not unique, but it illuminates the critical gaps in
I recently participated in the G20 Civil Society Kickoff meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, on October 15-16, 2024. This gathering marked the inception of civil society engagement for South Africa’s upcoming G20 presidency in 2025. The event was a significant opportunity to analyse the complex
Leadership is both an art and a science. It is a complex construct that always has to be unpacked based on it’s various styles. What makes it difficult to understand is that each leadership style has it’s pros and cons. One style may give better
The Malignant Development Financing Cancer Africa is grappling with a malignant development financing cancer manifesting in bulging illicit financial flows and debt distress despite being replete with natural resource wealth. These challenges have been made more daunting by the effects of the scaffolded crises –
On the 16th of March, the Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (ZIMCODD) launched the #TakeActionZW Campaign as the sequel to the impactful and much recognized #HowFar campaign it started in 2021. I have been privileged to be leading ZIMCODD and learning in leaps and