John William Colenso: A Victorian Activist in South African Humanitarianism

June 28, 2016 0

In this post, University of KwaZulu-Natal scholar Christopher Merrett continues his reflections on controversial yet remarkable historical figures in South Africa, focusing also on their significance today. This post expounds […]

From Manufactured Debts to Chronic Humanitarianism: Lessons from Haiti and the Democratic Republic of the Congo

June 24, 2016 1

by Cilas Kemedjio

I was struck by the massive presence of NGOs in Haiti. Shortly after the 2010 earthquake, Former Alaskan Governor and US vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin visited Haiti with a […]

Opportunities: IDEX Academy, Transitional Justice Fellowship Program and More

June 23, 2016 0

The IDEX Academy

What is the IDEX Academy?

A week-long training course for anyone who moves resources towards social change.

Why would you want to attend the IDEX Academy?

You want to […]

“Dont Speak With Your Hard Nigerian Accent.” The Question of African Identity

June 22, 2016 0

The University of Ghana (UG) and the Institute of African Studies (IAS) continue to lead the way in remembering the dismembered Global African World with its 2nd Annual Black […]

In the News: Yet Another June 16?

June 17, 2016 0

Yet another June 16?

https://www.flickr.com/photos/mastababa/854861888/in/photostream/

A formidable day in the history of a country still grappling with a painful past, a rather uncertain present, but for many a promising […]

On Angelina Jolie Pitt and William Hague Appointments at LSE’s Women Peace and Security Programme

June 17, 2016 0

Earlier this week, we posted our first of two pieces discussing the impact of Angelina Jolie’s appointment at the London School of Economics. Today, we post a second piece by Njoki Wamai […]

In the News: Coping (or Not) With Refugees in East Africa

June 13, 2016 0

An arial view of the world’s largest refugee camp. Dadaab. https://www.flickr.com/photos/oxfam/6302151099

The refugee crisis is not only happening in Europe, but as most in Africa well know, it […]

#Black Lives Matter, #Rhodes Must Fall and Afro Knowledge [i]

June 10, 2016 0

UCT Students, and staff march for Transformation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPlaz7euemM

by Akosua Adomako Ampofo

This past year I have been a Visiting Scholar at Concordia University (CUI) in Irvine, California. CUI […]

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