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A powerful, close-up portrait of Julius Malema looking resolute, representing the political and personal stakes of his verdict in the South African justice system.

The Malema Verdict: Is South Africa’s Justice System on Trial?

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Elon Musk Calls South Africa “Racist.” The Data, and History, Tell a Different Story

Sudan Is the Ultimate Test of Africa’s Promise to Protect Its Own

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G20 South Africa Summit 2025: Final Outcomes and Global Impact

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Day One at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg: Key Highlights and Reactions

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The Siege of Al-Fashir Is Africa’s Warning Shot

African Liberation Day: 1974

Africa’s Liberation Legacy: A Call for Principled Solidarity, Peace, and Global Cooperation

Roads and lights to build African infrastruture

Luanda Financial Summit: Mobilising Africa’s Future Through Infrastructure and Development

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G20 South Africa: Opening The Doors to Africa’s Century

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G20 Countries and Members List: Who’s at the Table in 2025

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The stunning landscapes of the Stellenbosch wine region, where ancient traditions meet a new generation of winemaking, shaping Africa's story on the global stage.

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Black and white photo of Fela Kuti performing on stage, embodying the principles of African-centered leadership and the spirit of UBUNTU.
Afrobeat pioneer Fela Kuti exemplified cultural leadership as political power. His music became public philosophy–challenging corruption and colonial thinking while calling for Pan-African unity, collective dignity, and leadership accountable to the people. Fela’s work embodied UBUNTU’s principles: that our humanity is bound together, that true leadership serves rather than exploits. He made UBUNTU’s relational ethics audible and exportable through sound, carrying African governance wisdom to global audiences. Source: x/com/felakuti/

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