Stories about South Africa from August, 2005
Bolivia, South Africa: Microlending
Miguel of MABB points to some positive coverage of Bolivia's microlending industry from South Africa.
South Africa: Sinking together
“You are sinking, President Mbeki,” says Africa-related blogger Bosse, of Bosses Blog, regarding the South African government's response to mass demolitions in Zimbabwe.
African Women: No to sexual violence
Black Looks reports on two conferences aimed at tacklingwidespread rape and sexual abuse of women and girls in African countries, and blames the problem on ingrained cultural attitudes.
South Africa: The Zuma Crisis
Laurence Caromba writes on commentary.co.za about the choices facing South Africa's ruling elite. Will the rule of law prevail, or the rule of men? he asks.