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William M. Gumede

South Africa

William M. Gumede is Associate Editor at Africa Confidential. He is Research Fellow at the School of Public and Development Management, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. He recently released the bestselling book Thabo Mbeki and the Battle for the Soul of the ANC. Close.

William M. Gumede

South Africa

William M. Gumede is Associate Editor at Africa Confidential. more »

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December 1, 2006 7:51 AM

Africa's Power Players

Johannesburg, South Africa - Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi bounces back. Zimbabwe's Robert Mugabe "Looks East" to China. Nigeria's president loses face and Thabo Mbeki rules on. Here's a rundown of who's gaining power and losing it in Africa.

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December 10, 2006 6:35 PM

U.S. Reaches its Global Limits

Johannesburg, South Africa - The Iraq Study Group laid bare the limits of U.S. firepower in the Middle East. Its prognosis of U.S. impotence in Iraq also points to the waning influence of U.S. power across the globe as well.

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December 19, 2006 12:53 PM

What South Africa's Women Face

Johannesburg, South Africa - Despite its progressive constitution, which firmly entrenches gender equality, South Africa's women face a tough battle.

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