The situation in South Africa is a microcosm of what is prevailing in the rest of Africa. The marginalised majority have continued, over these three decades, to live in hope.
The 2021 “Free Zuma” protests and violent unrest in South Africa highlights the need to evaluate the underlying political, social, economic and legal issues and policies to better meet the needs of people.
Young people can play a greater role in peacebuilding
The crippling socio-economic and emotional toll of the pandemic has been countered by an inspired, energetic, and resilient youth who have organised, volunteered, and used their generation’s knowledge of technology and global networks to ‘bounce back better.
While white farmers are the major victims of farm murder, a conceptualisation of such as ‘white genocide’ does not adequately characterise the reality. One step among others would be for the government to inaugurate a ‘Panel of the Wise’, comprised of well-respected elders from all races, who would contribute to land reform and conflict-resolution strategies for the farms and agricultural sector.
Considering the land challenge question and its many dimensions in South Africa, it is important to adopt a holistic approach that locates the land question within the broader framework of sustainable development.
Joint Communique: Fourteenth (14th) Annual Joint Consultative Meeting between Members of The United Nations Security Council and the African Union Peace and Security Council, 30 September 2020 Source: African Union
Women, peace and security: is SA a global champion but domestic loser? Source: ISS Today Gender-based violence and women’s empowerment are enormous challenges in South Africa. President Cyril Ramaphosa’s words