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Though the New Public Sector Management (NPM) concept offers attractive public sector reform strategies, it has failed to nurture efficiency, transparency and accountability in Africa. To...

Heroes and victims – social perceptions and peacebuilding

02 Nov 2016

TransConflict

Feeling like a hero or victim can lead to feelings of entitlement, and drive social processes in post-conflict societies.

Are the bad times returning to Zimbabwe?

01 Sep 2016

TransConflict

Between 2008 and 2009, Zimbabwe experienced a devastating social, economic and political crisis. Despite an impressive recovery, there are worrying signs that the old crisis is...

From Abuja with love

19 Apr 2016

TransConflict

If South Africa is really keen to assist its partner, Nigeria, in curbing terrorism it might consider initiating and consolidating negotiations and diplomacy with Boko...

Comparing Western and African democracy – challenges and opportunities

14 Aug 2015

TransConflict

Continuous imposition of the Western model of democracy will only lead to Western frustration and African rejection, just like in the Middle East, Latin America...

South Africa – chaos in parliament, violence in communities

07 May 2015

TransConflict

South Africa is at a critical stage in its history. In order to avert violent conflict, all political parties must endeavour to settle their differences,...

The dangers of climate change in Southern Africa

23 Apr 2015

TransConflict

Climate change has had adverse effects on development and security in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region, culminating in environmental and human insecurity.

Land reform and black empowerment in South Africa – lessons from Zimbabwe

20 Apr 2015

TransConflict

The South African government can draw valuable lessons from the Zimbabwe predicament by engaging in a more cautious, yet speedy, land reform; which is essential...

Xenophobic attacks in South Africa – redefining apartheid

30 Mar 2015

TransConflict

Conflict mapping manifests that there is a disturbing nexus between the phenomena of xenophobia and apartheid in South Africa; both deeply-grounded in exclusionary practices and evoking cultural...

Economic wealth as a driver of xenophobia in South Africa

10 Mar 2015

TransConflict

Deep-seated income inequalities and poverty are driving xenophobic violence in South Africa, which is targeting in particular shops owned by foreign nationals.

Visual media as an impetus to youth violence in South Africa

20 Feb 2015

TransConflict

Visual media serves an impetus to violence in South Africa, with people constantly exposed to violent video games, news, movies and YouTube clips.

The Youth Bulge Theory – assessing its implications for South Africa

02 Dec 2014

TransConflict

The relationship between the State and youth is a delicate matter; one that is a potential threat to peace and security in the Southern Africa. Understanding the obstacles...

Southern Africa

Reforming the public sector in sub-Saharan Africa

Heroes and victims – social perceptions and peacebuilding

Are the bad times returning to Zimbabwe?

From Abuja with love

Comparing Western and African democracy – challenges and opportunities

South Africa – chaos in parliament, violence in communities

The dangers of climate change in Southern Africa

Land reform and black empowerment in South Africa – lessons from Zimbabwe

Xenophobic attacks in South Africa – redefining apartheid

Economic wealth as a driver of xenophobia in South Africa

Visual media as an impetus to youth violence in South Africa

The Youth Bulge Theory – assessing its implications for South Africa

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