insert_link Africa Africa on the UN security council: why the continent should have two permanent seats By Sithembile Mbete, University of Pretoria Africa’s desire to be fully represented in all decision-making organs of the United Nations (UN), particularly in the security council, is informed by three factors. First, repairing the historical injustice of its underrepresentation in global governance. Second, recognising African contributions in shaping the contemporary world order. Third, the urgency of securing the legitimacy of the UN in the face of emerging threats […] todayAugust 19, 2024 9
insert_link Africa An African history of cannabis offers fascinating and heartbreaking insights – an expert explains By Chris S. Duvall, University of New Mexico When I tell people that I research cannabis, I sometimes receive a furtive gesture that implies and presumes: “We’re both stoners!”, as if two members of a secret society have met. Other times, I receive looks of concern. “You don’t want to be known as the guy who studies marijuana,” a professional colleague once counselled. Lastly, some respond with blank stares: “Why […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 14
