Endorsement

An insightful, thoughtful and bold contribution of essays, opinion pieces and articles from the perspective of the South, which enriches the global contestation of ideas on the rapidly evolving global
village.

— William M. Gumede

Book information

ISBN: 978-1-928341-95-6

Trim size: 230 x 150mm

Binding: paperback

Page count: 210 pages

Cost: R295.00

Genre: Politics

Description

Africans need an African voice to tell our African stories and deliver them to the world the way we intended – with our essence, traditions, experiences, and thoughts intact. That voice must bring us news of the world in a way that appeals to our collective understanding and susceptibilities without any preconceived ulterior motives.

David Monyae is such a voice. A committed anticolonialist and internationalist, Monyae offers insight into the complex and challenging terrain of African international relations. He is acutely aware of the history of the great powers’ exploitation of Africa. He is steeped in how states and inter-state organisations and their leaders have struggled for their self-interest and, occasionally, that of the public
throughout the continent.

Monyae’s expertise lies in understanding the ways that realpolitik shapes our world. He recognises the common humanity of our frail and fallible species. He aspires to improve the lot of the voiceless in world
affairs by seeking to improve the quality of the policies and strategies of the continent’s and the world’s most powerful through his commentary.

This anthology is a guide through global politics from the unique vantage point of the individuals and communities that those politics affect. It is an attempt to offer a view that has African interests and only
African interests at heart. It is a narration of subject matter from Africa and far-flung lands, all of which have a profound effect on us.

Contents

Dedication
List of Abbreviations
Foreword
Introduction

GEOPOLITICS
Epidemic exposes West’s colonial mentality
There’s no evidence that China and Huawei pose any threat to Africa
Work in concert to contain virus
Covid-19: Ramaphosa has shown he has what it takes
A serious crisis will never go to waste
Racism must not strain SA’s Sino ties
Covid-19 is colour blind, but world isn’t
Cuba a shining light in fight against Coronavirus
Africa’s place in the global fight for technological dominance
Is Huawei any different to other tech giants, or are we just getting caught up in Trump’s mudslinging?
Hong Kong internal crisis needs attention
China-India Border face-off has worrying global impact, not least for Africa and Brics
Tensions between Africa’s greatest allies must be resolved peacefully
US health secretary’s visit to Taiwan crosses the red line
Biden-Harris ticket and US China policy
India, China and Africa: A delicate balancing act in the regin of Narendra Modi
Four more years of Donald Trump bodes ill for the future of Africa
The race for a Covid-19 vaccine has become the new frontier of US-China competition in Africa
There’s a lot riding on the outcome of the US presidential election in terms of Africa’s relations with China Huawei wars: Joe Biden’s ascent to US presidency a ray of hope for multilateralism 
Politics behind China’s stance on Hong Kong
G7 held in climate of uncertainty and misunderstanding
Golden era of summit seasons for Africa
Boris Johnson talks big, but can he deliver Brexit?
Migrant problem is not just African
China-African trade expo a unique opportunity for Africa
Forging a new developmental path for Africa
Trade wars will overshadow economic talks
What the trade war between China and the US means for SA
Africa would do well to steer clear of the tussle between US and China
US: out of step and out of line?
Russia must avoid booby traps set by West in Africa
A global Britain? That is UK’s task now
Diplomats dropped the ball with leaked memorandum
Africa the odd one out at G20 summit
Ethiopia’s rise out of famine and war has world’s attention
Mutual benefits for unequal partners

INTERLUDE

AFRICAN POLITICS

AU must take ownership of African matters
Soft power needed at this crucial time
Africa must shape its AI destiny
Can the AU harness Africa’s potential?
New trade era for Africa
China-Africa ties vital during Covid-19
Covid-19 a huge hit to African economic growth: free trade can soften the blow
Taiwanese-Somaliland deal bad for Africa
4IR: opportunity to end male dominance
Zimbabweans, heal thyselves – don’t expect any outside help
Africa must look East to revive economy post-Covid-19
Africa and China share common approach to climate change
SA, Nigeria must tackle xenophobia
Mugabe’s story a lesson for Africa
Africa’s future lieds with Asia
Africa needs to make most of tourism surge
We must boost intra-African trade, develop infrastructure
Let’s dare to dream
Reclaiming Africa’s stolen heritage
Africa should not shun integration
China-Africa trade expo a unique opportunity for Africa
Trade accord in force, market unified
Hard lessons to be learnt from Algerian crisis
Rural Africans still on fringes of priority
It’s important for Africa to speak with one voice
Africa could learn a lot from China
With no saviour in sight, Zimbabwe needs help to save itself
Congo is trapped in a never-ending nightmare
AU must roll up their sleeves to set up Wakanda One
Why Africa seems to favour China
Where to from here for Zimbabwe?
SA needs to act urgently to halt spiral in Burundi

SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS
Mboweni fixated on two countries
IEC a laudable example to Africa’s democracies
China initiative offers major trade opportunities for SA
SA’s golden opportunity to uplift Africa
Ramaphosa must make the ‘neighbourhood’ a priority
Fuel price can be better managed; we have options

PERSONAL POLITICAL
Top role in struggle of two women
We’ve done well, but we can do better
Why pray for your flock when you can prey on them?
Is Pik Botha deserving of a state funeral?
Gluttony and crass materialism killed ubuntu