Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy-Canrad

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The Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy (CANRAD) at Nelson Mandela University, South Africa, provides an intellectual and social space for debate on the complexities of post-apartheid South Africa as we seek to establish a new non-racial and democratic social and economic order. Visit http://canrad.mandela.ac.za to access our research, writing and public engagement.

You are invited to the Steve Biko Institutional Public Lecture 2026!CANRAD at Nelson Mandela University invites you to a...
10/09/2026

You are invited to the Steve Biko Institutional Public Lecture 2026!

CANRAD at Nelson Mandela University invites you to an important public conversation on:

“Re-Africanisation of Knowledge Systems and Governance for Liberation”

Speaker: Dr Lwazi Lushaba, University of Cape Town
Respondent: Ms Lelethu Mahambelala, PoeticSoul

Facilitators:
Mr Sphamandla Mhlongo, Democracy Development Program
Ms Katlego Mofokeng, Nelson Mandela University

📅 Friday, 11 September 2026
🕕 18:00–20:00
📍 South Campus Auditorium, Nelson Mandela University

To RSVP, contact [email protected] or call 041 504 4898.

We look forward to welcoming students, staff and members of the broader public for this timely engagement on African-centred knowledge, governance and liberation.

🗳️ You’re invited to The Herald and CANRAD Community Dialogue!Join us for an important public conversation on:LOCAL GOVE...
10/08/2026

🗳️ You’re invited to The Herald and CANRAD Community Dialogue!

Join us for an important public conversation on:

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS 2026: Strengthening Democracy through Stable and Accountable Governments

📅 Thursday, 20 August 2026
🕕 18:00–20:00
📍 North Campus Conference Centre, Nelson Mandela University

Govan Mbeki Institutional Public Lecture 2026Government of National Unity – An Asset or Liability for South Africa?Nelso...
15/04/2026

Govan Mbeki Institutional Public Lecture 2026

Government of National Unity – An Asset or Liability for South Africa?

Nelson Mandela University invites you to attend the 2026 Govan Mbeki Institutional Public Lecture, exploring what the Government of National Unity means for governance, accountability, and South Africa’s democratic future.

Date: 23 April 2026
Time: 18:00–20:00
Venue: Auditorium, South Campus, Nelson Mandela University
RSVP: [email protected]

Youth Dialogue Series 2026Ethical Leadership for Good GovernanceThe Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Demo...
09/04/2026

Youth Dialogue Series 2026
Ethical Leadership for Good Governance

The Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy, in partnership with Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, invites you to the Youth Dialogue Series session on Ethical Leadership for Good Governance.

Date: 10 April 2026
Time: 15:00–17:00
Venue: Council Chambers, South Campus, Nelson Mandela University

Join the conversation with our facilitator and speakers as we engage young people on ethical leadership and strengthening good governance.

Please share within your networks.

Join us for an online conversation reflecting on identity formation, non-racialism, and the complexities of belonging in...
18/03/2026

Join us for an online conversation reflecting on identity formation, non-racialism, and the complexities of belonging in contemporary South Africa.

Hosted by Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, in collaboration with CANRAD and the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR).

Date: Wednesday, 18 March 2026
Time: 18:00–19:30

Platform: Microsoft Teams (virtual)
Join link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/35673935328729?p=BjjU9zHPjkh4n7x2LU

Meeting ID: 356 739 353 287 29
Passcode: To649oK7

Dennis Brutus Institutional Public LectureENVIRONMENTAL DEGRADATION AND ITS SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT: CAUSES AND POSSIBLE S...
02/03/2026

Dennis Brutus Institutional Public Lecture

ENVIRONMENTAL DEGRADATION AND ITS SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT: CAUSES AND POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

10 March 2026
18:00- 20:00 | South End Museum, South End
RSVP: [email protected]

Black History Month Lecture | Nelson Mandela UniversityJoin us for an evening lecture exploring:“The role played by peop...
16/02/2026

Black History Month Lecture | Nelson Mandela University

Join us for an evening lecture exploring:

“The role played by people of African descent in America’s prosperity: Past and present contributions.”

Date: 18 February
Time: 18:00–20:00
Venue: Conference Centre, North Campus, Nelson Mandela University

RSVP: [email protected]

📢 MASTER CLASS | Nelson Mandela UniversityThe Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy (CANRAD), in par...
16/02/2026

📢 MASTER CLASS | Nelson Mandela University

The Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy (CANRAD), in partnership with the Democracy Development Program (DDP), invites you to a master class on:

“Understanding digitisation in the context of higher education.”

🎙️ Keynote Speaker: Dr Paul Kariuki (DDP)

Date: Wednesday, 18 February 2026
Time: 11:00 to 13:00
Venue: Senate Hall, North Campus, Nelson Mandela University

Join us for the Youth Dialogue Series 2026 as we unpack democracy through a focused conversation on participation, good ...
10/02/2026

Join us for the Youth Dialogue Series 2026 as we unpack democracy through a focused conversation on participation, good governance and constitutionalism.

📅 Wednesday, 11 February
🕒 15:00 to 17:00
📍 Conference Centre, North Campus, Nelson Mandela University

Hosted by the Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy (CANRAD) in partnership with Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS).

Research & Activism: Ruth First & Activist ResearchJoin us for a dynamic discussion on how research can be a tool for so...
07/10/2025

Research & Activism: Ruth First & Activist Research

Join us for a dynamic discussion on how research can be a tool for social change!

🗓 7 October 2025 | 17:00
📍 Council Chambers, South Campus.

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