Mothobi Mokhethi* argues that the US supports and even grooms dictators, as long as they coincide with US interes

Mohau Pheko* argues that engendering peace, security and stability in Africa can be achieved only once Africans start a discussion on their own role in fuelling wars.

Andy Clarno* argues that the SA government, through its armaments industry, is integrating itself

Michael Sachs* argues that the deployment of unilateral force by the US amounts to an attempt to replace the multilateral system with the military power of the US.

Makoma Lekalakala* calls on women, and the working class, to oppose war

Graham Bailey* argues that rape and sexual abuse are often used to break down activists, their families and their communities

The Palestine Solidarity Committee* gives a concrete account of the impact of the Occupation on Palestinian women’s lives.

Donna Smith* outlines the campaign currently underway to combat hate crimes against lesbian women.

Joel Kovel* argues that the popular anti-war movement in the US is a reflection of the growing disaffection among the disempowered in the US.

Mondli Hlatswayo* gives a critical account of the ASF meeting and the need to link up with emerging social movements.