IGD

Official page of the Institute for Global Dialogue, an independent foreign policy think tank dedicated to analysis of SA and Africa in the international milieu.

[IGD @IGD_SA]

As the BRICS Plus bloc prepares for its 2026 summit, Ashraf Patel argues that there is a need to align innovation and enterprise with principles of equity and inclusion in industrial development. #BRICS #Geopolitics #Trade #Development #Trump https://t.co/7Tw5s8v8ak

[IGD @IGD_SA]

The ongoing disruption of Trump 2.0, including trade and energy wars that are choking supply chains, is reverberating globally and regionally. #BRICS #Geopolitics #Trade #Development #Trump
https://t.co/7Tw5s8v8ak

[IGD @IGD_SA]

Institute for Global Dialogue Newsletter - https://t.co/imCygadO37

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He further argues that the SADC region now needs a new narrative and hence a new Development and Green Industrialising model moving towards a balanced integration in the decade ahead. #SouthAfrica #SADC #Geopolitics #RegionalIntegration #AfricanAgency https://t.co/fPPHIiDcJb

[IGD @IGD_SA]

Flowing from its G20 Presidency & themes, Ashraf Patel argues that #SouthAfrica, as a regional power, has the opportunity to show more robust leadership by suggesting a bold new industrial development agenda for the #SADC summit in August. #AfricanAgency https://t.co/fPPHIiDcJb

[IGD @IGD_SA]

With this Africa-France Summit held for the first time in a non-French speaking African country, will France succeed in broadening ties in Africa and the global South? #France #Africa #Europe #Geopolitics https://t.co/XrufRCWGaW

[IGD @IGD_SA]

With the Africa-France Summit starting in Kenya today, @M_Philani unpacks what it means for France-Africa ties in a changing geopolitical landscape marked by changes in the Transatlantic Partnership between #Europe & the US. #France #Africa #Geopolitics
https://t.co/XrufRCWGaW

[Channel Africa @channelafrica1]

[On-Air]
Diplomatic tensions are rising across the continent over reported hostility toward African migrants in South Africa. Countries including Nigeria and Ghana have raised concerns about the safety of their citizens, formally engaging South African authorities. The situation has sparked debate around migration, regional relations, and the potential economic impact if African nations reconsider trade, business, and investment ties with South Africa.

Mikatekiso Kubayi (@Mikatekiso), Global Political Economy Expert at the Institute for Global Dialogue (@IGD_SA), associated with @unisa, joins @LifeWithThami to discuss.

#AfricaInBusiness #ChannelAfricaTurns60 #ChannelAfrica #Politics #BusinessNews

[Southern Voice @SVoice2030]

🎙️ @Mikatekiso, Senior Researcher at @IGD_SA, discusses collaboration and knowledge production in Episode 05 of The Compass: "T20 and the Future of Narrative Power.”

The conversation reflects on the need for stronger collaboration across the Global South to co-produce knowledge, and to ensure collective voices shape global solutions.

▶️ Watch the full episode: https://t.co/eiilwxxKXf
🎙️ Listen on Spotify: https://t.co/DclQTNFKJp

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[ON AIR] The Global Briefing:

Iran heads to China for a key diplomatic meeting, marking the latest stop in a month of intensified regional and international engagements by Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi.

In the Canary Islands, officials have refused a cruise ship entry over fears of a deadly hantavirus outbreak onboard.

Canada has named former UN Human Rights Chief, Louise Arbour, as its new Governor General.

@SanushaNaidu – Senior Research Associate @IGD_SA on #TheNationalBriefing #sabcnews

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🆕🧭 More than just being present, true influence in global policy spaces is about shaping the agenda.

In Episode 05 of The Compass, we look ahead, exploring how Global South evidence and perspectives can more effectively shape global decision-making, particularly in high-level spaces like the T20.

Featuring @LucianaMSServo, President of @ipeaonline, and @Mikatekiso, Senior Researcher at @IGD_SA, this last episode of the series reflects on what it takes to translate research into influence, and what a more inclusive global policy landscape could look like.

▶️ Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://t.co/8gEI4nK6cr

🎙️ Listen on Spotify: https://t.co/DclQTNFcTR

[Southern Voice @SVoice2030]

🧭 Global South influence in global policy is shaped by access, visibility, and resources. What can drive greater influence?

Vote below!

In Ep. 5 of The Compass, Luciana Servo (@ipeaonline) & Mikatekiso Kubayi (@IGD_SA) discuss moving from participation to impact. Out tomorrow

[Southern Voice @SVoice2030]

🧭 What does it mean to shape the future of global narratives?

In The Compass, Episode 05 looks ahead exploring how Global South voices can more strongly influence global decision-making in the years to come.

This final episode reflects on what must change for evidence, stories, and perspectives from the South to go beyond inclusion, actively lead.

🎙️▶️ Watch a first glimpse below. Full episode coming May 5th.

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@IGD_SA @Mikatekiso

[IGD @IGD_SA]

He recommends greater prioritisation of Africa, especially Southern Africa, & more robust engagement with the G77, Non-Aligned Movement, and broader global South in a changing geopolitical landscape. #SouthAfrica #France #G7 #NAM #G77 #Africa #GlobalSouth https://t.co/WoeGAV7zK3

[IGD @IGD_SA]

In the following analysis, Ashraf Patel argues that South Africa's disinvitation from the G7 Summit in France offers strategic opportunities and critiques the real value of attendance. #SouthAfrica #France #G7 #NAM #G77 #Africa #GlobalSouth
https://t.co/WoeGAV7zK3

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@Mikatekiso joins a panel discussion with @_cosatu spokesperson @matthewparkscpt, and reputation expert @KabiniTshepo . #SouthAfrica #ForeignPolicy #Geopolitics #BetterAfrica #BetterWorld https://t.co/QCGhCNkr7s

[IGD @IGD_SA]

Amid shifting global dynamics and mounting diplomatic pressures, questions are being raised about South Africa’s international position and strategic direction. #SouthAfrica #ForeignPolicy #Geopolitics #BetterAfrica #BetterWorld
https://t.co/QCGhCNkr7s

[Southern Voice @SVoice2030]

🎙️ @MargaritaGomez_ , Executive Director at Southern Voice, discusses narrative power and global influence in the new episode of The Compass, “Setting the Stage”.

The conversation reflects on how narratives shape development priorities and why strengthening Global South voices is key to influencing global agendas.

▶️ Watch the full episode: https://t.co/PKNl9nRTSi
🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://t.co/DclQTNFcTR

[Southern Voice @SVoice2030]

🆕🧭 In a world of shifting power and growing uncertainty, narratives are not neutral. They influence what is seen, what is prioritised, and ultimately, what gets done.

In Episode 01 of The Compass: Voices from the Global South, we set the stage for a critical conversation on narrative power, and what it means for the Global South to take greater ownership of the evidence and stories shaping global development.

Featuring Southern Voice Executive Director @Margarita Gómez and Southern Voice Steering Committee Chair Rose Ngugi (Fellow at @AERCAFRICA, this opening episode explores why being at the table is not enough, and what it takes to truly influence global agendas.

▶️ Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://t.co/wTKgmDyooX
🎙️ Listen to the episode on Spotify: https://t.co/DclQTNFcTR

[IGD @IGD_SA]

Reflecting on China’s military parade in 2025, Abel Semosa argues that the relationship between #China, #Russia, & #NorthKorea could play a key role in a fragmented geopolitical order & may act as a #deterrence against adversaries in their regions.
https://t.co/Pf6NLkLXIu