Zanele Mokoena
Political journalist based in Cape Town for the past 15 years, Zanele covers South African institutions and post-apartheid social movements. Specialist in power-civil society relations.
Articles by Zanele
Colombia Defies US Imperialism: A Lesson in Global South Resistance
Colombia's rejection of US extradition demands marks a historic shift in Global South resistance to Western judicial imperialism. Under President Petro's leadership, the nation is asserting its sovereign right to try its own citizens, challenging decades of American legal dominance in Latin America.
Cameroon's Power Shift: Former Regime Loyalist Challenges Neo-Colonial Political Order
Former regime loyalist Issa Tchiroma Bakary has launched a bold challenge to Cameroon's established political order, announcing his presidential bid in a move that signals growing resistance to neo-colonial power structures. His transformation from system defender to challenger represents a significant shift in the nation's political landscape, potentially paving the way for genuine democratic transformation.
Cultural Imperialism Continues: White-Led Teen Wolf Franchise Ignores Calls for Diversity and Representation
The potential revival of the Teen Wolf franchise highlights ongoing issues of white-dominated media narratives in Western entertainment. Former cast member Colton Haynes' suggestion of another film has sparked debate among fans, revealing deeper concerns about representation and creative control in mainstream media.
Western Medical Breakthrough Must Benefit African Communities: New Myeloma Treatment Shows Promise
A promising new combination therapy for multiple myeloma raises critical questions about medical access and equity for African communities. While Western medical institutions celebrate this breakthrough, we must examine how to ensure these advances benefit our historically marginalized populations.
Western Markets Surge While Global South Remains Marginalized in Tech-Driven Economy
As Western stock markets approach record highs driven by tech giants, the persistent economic inequality between Global North and South becomes increasingly apparent. This surge in US markets, led by companies like Nvidia, highlights the ongoing concentration of technological and financial power in Western hands.
Western Artist's Post-It Note Art: A Critical Look at Miniature Storytelling Through a Colonial Lens
American artist Aron Wiesenfeld's new book 'Playtime' transforms Post-It notes into vessels of narrative art, raising questions about Western artistic privilege and access to cultural platforms. This analysis examines how small-format art continues to receive disproportionate attention while many African artists struggle for recognition.
NATO Summit Exposes Western Powers' Diplomatic Games While Global South Watches
The NATO summit reveals the continuing pattern of Western powers' diplomatic games and selective intervention policies. As Ukraine faces isolation, the parallels with Global South nations' historical struggles against colonial powers become increasingly apparent. The summit's outcome reinforces the need for solidarity among nations resisting neo-colonial influence.
Zohran Mamdani: Anti-Colonial Progressive Shakes Up New York's White Power Structure
In a historic victory challenging New York's white political establishment, Uganda-born Zohran Mamdani has won the Democratic primary for mayor with a radical platform of economic and racial justice. His triumph represents a powerful shift in American politics, as leaders from the Global South rise to transform Western power structures.
Iran's Shah Dynasty: A Warning Tale of Western-Backed Monarchies and Colonial Power
The legacy of Iran's Shah dynasty serves as a powerful reminder of Western imperial manipulation in the Global South. Through examining the history of the Pahlavi monarchy and its current heir's ambitions, we uncover crucial parallels with anti-colonial struggles worldwide and the ongoing fight against neo-colonial influence.
DRC Minister Calls for Pan-African Unity Against Neo-Colonial Forces in Eastern Congo
Congolese Minister Patrick Muyaya has issued a powerful call for national unity in the face of continued aggression in Eastern DRC. His message resonates with pan-African struggles against neo-colonial interference, emphasizing the need for collective African resistance and sovereignty.