Africa in the 21st Century: the view from London

In a statement delivered on 20 June 2011, Dame Nicola Brewer, the British High Commissioner to South Africa, outlines the evolving relationship between the United Kingdom and South Africa. She emphasizes a shift in the UK's perception of Africa from a 'problem' to a 'partner,' highlighting shared democratic values, economic opportunities, and a commitment to mutual growth and regional integration.

• The UK government has adopted a new paradigm regarding Africa, viewing the continent as a partner offering mutual benefits and opportunities rather than a problem to be solved.
• Economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa has been significant; The Economist reported that six of the world's ten fastest-growing economies were in the region over the ten years leading to 2010, with the IMF predicting Africa will hold seven of the top ten spots in the following five years.
• The UK is committed to meeting the 2005 Gleneagles target of providing Official Development Assistance (ODA) worth 0.7% of Gross National Income (GNI) by 2013, and expects to achieve this two years ahead of schedule.
• The UK supports South Africa's efforts toward regional integration and the 'four capital Is'—Infrastructure, Intra-trade, Industry, and Integration—to boost growth and reduce poverty.
• The UK and South Africa share a goal of achieving a global, legally binding, and ambitious agreement on climate change, with South Africa hosting the Conference of the Parties in Durban in November 2011.
• The UK supports the reform of the UN Security Council to make it more representative of the modern world, specifically advocating for permanent African representation.
• The UK recognizes South Africa's role in leading regional reform efforts in Zimbabwe and Swaziland, supporting South Africa's 'patient efforts' in these countries.

APA

Brewer, N. (2011). Africa in the 21st Century: the view from London. South African Institute of International Affairs. https://saiia.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/nicola_brewer_saiia_spe_june_2011.pdf

Chicago

Brewer, Nicola. Africa in the 21st Century: the view from London. South African Institute of International Affairs, 2011. https://saiia.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/nicola_brewer_saiia_spe_june_2011.pdf.

Wikipedia

{{cite press release |last1=Brewer |first1=Nicola |title=Africa in the 21st Century: the view from London |publisher=South African Institute of International Affairs |date=20 June 2011 |url=https://saiia.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/nicola_brewer_saiia_spe_june_2011.pdf |access-date=17 August 2026 |via=Climate Insights Directory}}

BibTeX

@misc{brewer2011africa, author = {Brewer, Nicola}, title = {{Africa in the 21st Century: the view from London}}, publisher = {South African Institute of International Affairs}, year = {2011}, month = jun, url = {https://saiia.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/nicola_brewer_saiia_spe_june_2011.pdf}, urldate = {2026-08-17}, note = {Indexed by Climate Insights Directory} }