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 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
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