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The Theory and Practice of Social Transformation through the Arts (Being Human Today theme)

The world over and across time, the arts remain vitally important in fostering resilience and creating channels for reconciliation after conflict.

Michelle LeBaron Michelle LeBaron Kitche Magak Kitche Magak Frank Meintjies Frank Meintjies Kim Berman Kim Berman Cynthia Cohen Cynthia Cohen

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The transition to Green Economy: Africa’s leapfrogging opportunity

Africa is currently recognized as the fastest growing region in the world while a number of African countries are listed amongst the fastest growing economies in the region over the last decade.

Desta Mebratu Desta Mebratu
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