In 2016, the African Union (AU) took a significant step toward realising its vision of continental unity1 by adopting the Protocol on the Free Movement of Persons, Right of Residence and Right of Establishment. This Protocol embodies a fundamental Pan-African…
Today, on World Refugee Day, the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation (CSVR) proudly stands in solidarity with displaced people across the globe, and particularly with our partners in the Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa…
Mining has played a central role in the economic development of Stilfontein and the broader North West province of South Africa. Gold mining, in particular, has been a key industry in the region, shaping the economic landscape for much of…
In recent years, the election period in South Africa has been a sensitive time, and it has, in some instances, exacerbated issues related to xenophobia and negatively impacted social cohesion within communities. This takes place within the context of a…
Most public holidays in South Africa hold great historical significance as they serve as remembrances of a painful history as well as reminders of the long road ahead. Human Rights Day is one such day that serves as a moment…
This guidebook for practitioners addresses the global phenomenon of forced migration and seeks to outline how the voices of asylum seekers, refugees and internally displaced people can be effectively integrated into transitional justice processes. Understanding forced migration as both a…