What India Gets Out of BRICS
Ahead of the group’s leaders’ summit, New Delhi is pulling out the stops. Read More Here
Tag: South Africa
“Middle-Income Trap” Hinders Progress in 108 Developing Countries
More than 100 countries—including China, India, Brazil, and South Africa—face serious obstacles that could hinder their efforts to become high-income countries in the next few decades, according to a new World Bank study that provides the first comprehensive roadmap to enable developing countries to escape the “middle-income trap.” Read More Here
The Rise and Fall of South Africa’s ANC
There are now effectively two ANCs: the ANC of current leader Cyril Ramaphosa, and the ANC of Jacob Zuma and Julius Malema. Read More Here
Can BRICS Derail the Dollar’s Dominance?
The group’s countries share one concern—the growing use of U.S. sanctions to restrict trade and investment globally. Read More Here
South Africa’s President Hangs On
Despite a scandal and damning report, Cyril Ramaphosa has managed to stay in charge of his party and the country. Read More Here
In South Africa, A Scandal Threatens Ramaphosa’s Presidency
An independent panel’s findings have thrown the embattled leader’s political future into jeopardy. Read More Here
Will The BRICS Ever Grow Up?
In the two decades since Brazil, Russia, India, and China were recognized for their unique growth potential, they, along with South Africa, have so far proven incapable of uniting as a meaningful global force. This comes at the expense not only of the bloc, but of better global governance as well. Read More Here
In Poor Regions, Easing Virus Lockdowns Brings New Risks
Brazil, Mexico, South Africa, India and Pakistan are among countries easing tight restrictions, not only before their outbreaks have peaked but also before any detailed surveillance and testing system is in place to keep the virus under control. That could ultimately have devastating consequences, health experts warn. Read Here – APNews
Cape Town Is An Omen
Day Zero is still hypothetical, but Cape Town’s reality will soon impact many global cities, where water will become a constant concern, and democracy will become contingent upon the taps. Read Here – The Atlantic
Modi’s African Outreach Picks Up In Rwanda, Uganda, And South Africa
India’s links with Africa are centuries old, bolstered by trade across the Indian Ocean and a million-strong diaspora across Africa. Shared colonial legacy and post-independence development experience has framed India’s relationship with Africa. India’s role as a champion of anti-colonialism and anti-racism after its independence in 1947 drew it closer to the African nations. India […]
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