Sven Botha joins the Centre of African Studies as a Guest Researcher
Sven will advance his research on Africa-Nordic relations while at CAS. This research encompasses the establishment of a research community that examines the relationship between Africa and the Nordics from a political, social, and economic perspective.
Sven Botha is a Lecturer in the Department of Political Sciences at the University of Pretoria, South Africa, where he teaches courses in international relations theory, international organisation(s), political analysis and South African politics. Sven’s research interests include counter-terrorism, gender, diplomacy, foreign policy, and early career development. In 2024, Sven co-edited a book titled ‘Key Issues in African Diplomacy: Developments and Achievements’, published by Bristol University Press.
During his time with CAS, Sven will advance his research on Africa-Nordic relations. This research encompasses the establishment of a research community that examines the relationship between Africa and the Nordics from a political, social, and economic perspective.