Lutricia Phiri

Many people are aware of the ongoing tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States of America (USA), but few understand how these global conflicts indirectly affect students in South Africa. One of the most immediate impacts is the rise in fuel prices. South Africa relies heavily on imported oil, and geopolitical instability in the Middle East often disrupts global oil supply chains.

On 9 April, the Faculty of Law at the University of Pretoria hosted an interesting talk. Prof. Babátúndé gave the talk under the guidance of Acting Dean Prof. SJ Cornelius. The talk was called “Framing the Scope and Study of Objects of Internationality in Pre- Africa”. It was an informative conversation that made people think about how International Law is taught and understood. Prof. Babátúndé said that International Law has been shaped by ideas for a long time.

On 10 March, the STARS Mentorship Programme hosted its first annual Meet and Greet – an exciting gathering between mentors and the Executive Co-Ordinators. The gathering aimed to officially welcome mentors into the mentorship programme and discuss ways to assist first-year students as they transition from high school to university.