The Conversation
South Africans are going off the service grid: what happens when citizens replace the state?
7th October 2025 South Africa’s constitution promises all citizens access to adequate housing and basic services – water, security, sanitation and electricity. In... →
South African students still don’t feel safe on campus: how protection can be stepped up
2nd October 2025 Students at South African universities have to deal with a disturbing reality. They face the threat of violent crime, in particular gender-based... →
Will the G20 listen to its own advisors? 4 urgent steps on climate change
2nd October 2025 The world’s 20 most powerful economies, the G20 – currently led by South Africa – face mounting pressure to slash greenhouse gas emissions and help... →
African cities aren’t doing enough to adapt to climate change: lessons from Durban and Harare
17th September 2025 When record-breaking rains swept through the coastal city of Durban in South Africa in April 2022, the resulting floods destroyed roads, bridges... →
Inequality in Africa: what drives it, how to end it and what some countries are getting right
16th September 2025 The relationship between inequality and economic growth is a complex one, especially in Africa. Inequality is the result of a host of factors,... →
Ansaru terror leaders’ arrest is a strategic change for Nigeria: what could happen next
16th September 2025 Attacks by non-state armed groups are a security challenge in the Sahel, including Nigeria. In northern Nigeria, the activities of Jama'at Ahl... →
Angolans are fed up with broken promises: why the ruling MPLA keeps stalling local elections
16th September 2025 Weeks of protests in July 2025 in Angola left 30 dead and hundreds imprisoned. Sparked by a hike in fuel prices, the outcome of a governmental... →
Chalk and talk vs. active learning: what’s holding South African teachers back from using proven methods?
12th September 2025 As a full-time teacher completing a PhD part-time, I made a decision early on: do research that speaks to the daily realities of teachers and... →
2027 Nigerian poll could trigger unrest unless electoral commission is fixed
11th September 2025 Political activities heralding Nigeria’s 2027 general elections are beginning to pick up. Politicians are limbering up, alliances are being... →
Woman-headed households in rural South Africa need water, sanitation and energy to fight hunger – G20 could help
9th September 2025 Rural homes headed by women in South Africa have many problems getting water, sanitation and energy. Electricity from the grid, flush toilets and... →
