In the continuum of events materializing in a war zone, we often turn a blind eye towards the plight of women and their access to basic rights. Although war’s savagery affects both women and men, it always has an inordinate gendered impact on women’s lives. Beyond the perspective of states, political leaders and soldiers, the […]
South Africa’s Moral Challenge: Impact of the ICJ Ruling on Global Politics
In seeking a glimpse of a living hell, one need not venture far beyond the relentless turmoil besieging Gaza. Scattered over the land between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea lie the remnants of failed peace plans, international summits, secret negotiations, UN resolutions, and state-building programs. Over 28,000 Palestinians, including 12000 children, have been […]
The Gaza Crisis: the Western Media Bias
Gaza – Conflicts and the current human rights crisis More than 27,000 people dead and beyond three-fourths of the population displaced. These are the staggering numbers from Gaza since the conflict broke out between Hamas and Israel Defence Forces on 7th October 2023. A serious dearth of food, water, and medicines among other necessities coupled […]