Drought doesn’t necessarily translate to food insecurity – poor governance and failing infrastructure do.
Zimbabwe
Politics and Society China’s approach to peace in Africa is different. How and why
The Chinese model of peace differs fundamentally from that pursued by western nations.
Politics and Society How politics and poverty affect electricity provision in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe’s energy policy needs to be reconsidered if the country’s electricity shortage is to be resolved.
Politics and Society Being darker makes being a migrant much harder
For migrants, prejudice can be a life and death matter. Research in India and South Africa shows life is considerably harder if migrants have a darker skin and come from a poorer country.
Politics and Society Zimbabwe’s currency crisis is far from being resolved
Could joining the Common Monetary Area rand zone be the most promising option?
Politics and Society Politics and fashion: the rise of the red beret
Bobi Wine in Uganda does it; so do the Economic Freedom Fighters in South Africa. The red beret is worn to signify the revolutionary. Its power lies in a symbolism that combines art and politics.
Politics and Society Global and historical lessons on how land reforms have unfolded
Land reform has always been closely tied to shifts in the wider political economy of countries.
Politics and Society From Zimbabwe to Bolivia: what makes a military coup?
When the military intervened against Robert Mugabe in Zimbabwe in 2017, it wasn’t widely called a military coup. New research shows that’s exactly what it was.
Politics and Society SADC’s anti-sanctions call shows disregard for Zimbabweans’ needs
Rather than grandstanding, SADC should back a re-engagement process to negotiate a solution to sanctions.