South Africa is once again confronting uncomfortable questions about the strength of its institutions, as a high-profile corruption inquiry exposes alleged ties between senior law enforcement officials and organised criminal networks. The unfolding revelations, emerging from the Madlanga Commission, have intensified national debate about governance, accountability, and the credibility of the country’s justice system. At…

Bangladesh’s vital garment industry is turning to trade diplomacy as a pathway to recovery, with manufacturers increasingly looking beyond traditional markets to offset weakening demand from the West. As consumer confidence cools across Europe and North America, monthly export shipments—once the backbone of the country’s economic growth—are showing signs of strain. For decades, Bangladesh has…