Objective: Is the African Nationalist Congress still best for SA?

Task: Your group of 4 will be take on the role of researchers and presenters as you try to determine how the ANC has changed as a political party and how the rule of the party in South Africa since 1994 has affected the country. Groups must look critically at how the government has represented South Africans in what is considered to be one of the continent’s most democratic countries. Are all sectors of society considered, is there corruption, and importantly, does the ANC deserve to continue leading the country after 18 continuous years in power? Target areas: 1. Education 2. Health care 3. Housing and sanitation 4. Crime

Rhino horn in Asia

Your task is research and then write a report on the demand for rhino horn in Asia. Which countries are most responsible for the illegal importation of rhino horn? What segments of these populations are most likely to be involved in this illegal trade? What are the perceived medicinal benefits to taking rhino horn as a traditional medicine in China and Vietnam? What roles do the governments of China and Vietnam play in stopping the importation of rhino horns from Africa? After learning about China's ever increasing economic role in Africa, do you think that China being implicated in this illegal trade might have negative repercussions for future investment? Why or why not?

Rwandan Genocide Writing Assignment

Answer

the following questions in paragraph form: 1) Judging from what you have seen, read, and heard, could genocide occur again, in Rwanda or other parts of the world? Why or why not? 2) What is the nature and limit of personal responsibility in the 21st century? Support your personal view with evidence from the film and/or from your own knowledge of current events. 3) "The events of Sept. 11, 2001 changed how America views its responsibilities in the world." Agree or disagree, supporting your view with evidence from the film and/or from your own knowledge of current events.

21 Up South Africa writing assignment

After viewing 21 UP South Africa describe how either class or race could be a factor in determining upward economic and social mobility in the country today. Describe South Africa's policy of black economic empowerment (BEE) and provide opinion on its necessity in South Africa in 2012. Please post this response by Thursday November 29 before our class meeting.

Jacob Zuma

The Economist article that we read in class on Monday hints at a lack of sound leadership in South Africa as one of the underlying issues affecting the country today. Your task is to write a short analysis of Jacob Zuma as president. Mention 3 reasons why you think he is a good state president and 3 reasons why you think he is not. Look beyond the issues of his rape trial and his polygamy. Be sure to read parts of his inaugural speech as president to determine if he has delivered on his promises to the nation: http://blogs.timeslive.co.za/hartley/2009/05/09/jacob-zumas-inauguration-speech-full-text/ Post your response before our next class on November 7th.

Tsotsi - An examination of Township life in South Africa -

After viewing the film your task now is to write a film review based on what you saw. Be sure to focus on the following: 1. Describe life in the Alexandria township in which the film is set. 2. An attempt to explain how Tsotsi fits into modern South African life. 3. Contrast his life with that of the father of the taken child. Why do you think their lives took such different paths? 4. Mention if you think that Tsotsi was sufficiently reformed to re-enter life in a South African township by the end of the film. "Step out" of your own society with its morals and ethics, before answering this. 5. Mention how Gavin Hood (The director) could have made a better film for foreign audiences. 6. An overall impression of the film.

China in Africa group presentation

After reading the section on Angola in "Untapped" and involving yourself in our discussions in class you are well aware that China has become heavily invested in certain parts of the African continent this century. You task now is to work together to determine if China's precence in Africa is destined to become a blessing or a burden on Africa's citizens and her environment. The Task: Once you have formed your group and been assigned your country of focus you are to research and then prepare a presentation highlighting China's involvement in your asssigned country. Ultimately you will answer the following question in detail: Explain if China's precence in your country is beneficial or not to those that live there. Consider impacts on the economy, employment rates, social impacts, environmental impacts, effects on government including corruption and transparency of fiscal policies. Start by answering these questions: 1. Why did China come to your country of study? 2. How much money have they invested? 3. Is the money a loan? If so, how does your country plan to pay back the loan? 4. Did the loan come with any stipulations on how the money should be spent in society? 5. How have the Chinese been received in your country of study by the common people and by the government? 6. Is China sending laborers to your country of study? 7. Are there environmental issues associated with Chinese investment? If so, does this even matter? Presentations will be in class on Friday.