Protest as a force for change: Africa’s role in global trends

COVID-19 is just one of the drivers of rising public grievances in Africa and across the world.

Public discontent has surged around the world since the global financial crisis of 2008-09.  COVID-19 exacerbated grievances and the social fractures that drive unrest. This seminar will discuss findings from the 2021 Perspectives on Global Development report, published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). 

The study focuses on the nature and causes of discontent in developing countries, particularly in Africa. It outlines responses that could improve livelihoods, strengthen social cohesion and address the grand challenges societies confront. 

This event is co-hosted by the Institute for Security Studies (ISS) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

Chair and speakers

Chairperson: Stellah Kwasi, Researcher, ISS Pretoria

Panellists:

• Alexander Pick, Head of Unit (Acting), New Development Policies & Institutions, OECD Development Centre
• Dr Jakkie Cilliers, Head, African Futures & Innovation and Chairperson, ISS Board of Trustees, ISS Pretoria

Co-hosts: The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) DevTalks

Enquiries

Stellah Kwasi, +27 765 56 9805, [email protected]

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