Author: Jess Auerbach
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Archiving micro-kindnesses and everyday heroism in South Africa
2021 has been a hard year in South Africa and everyday people have taken strain. But it’s easy to forget that, amidst the multitude of challenges, ... -
Rich countries can’t feign shock if the next variant goes undetected
South Africa’s openness helps the world’s pandemic response. The Global North’s rejection of WHO advice in imposing travel bans endangers it. As southern African countries reel ... -
South Africa unrest: We are not a failed state, but a failed global system
South Africa encapsulates global inequalities – and the kinds of tumult we’ll see more and more of worldwide – inside national borders. South Africa is in ... -
Writing about “that kind of country” in a time of coronavirus
Now more than ever, it is essential that writing on Africa focuses not just on devastation and despair but beauty, success, dignity, love and laughter. Read ... -
Mauritius’ micro-politics: Everybody needs good neighbours
In some elections, people vote for the soul of their nation. In Mauritius, they vote for their neighbours. Politics in Mauritius is perhaps unique in the ...
