Phillip de Wet: Africa Must Learn from Europe’s Mistake and Plan for Bad Apples Fast
Organisations such as SADC are built on consensus, making them vulnerable to exploitation by unfriendly powers like the US, writes Phillip de Wet.
In his latest opinion piece, de Wet highlights the risks that regional bodies face when decision-making relies heavily on unanimous agreement. He argues that this structural weakness could be manipulated by external forces with conflicting interests.
The columnist draws parallels with European experiences, urging African nations to proactively strengthen governance frameworks to prevent similar vulnerabilities.