Critical minerals This research focuses on how African economies should manage the relationships with international mining companies promoting socio-economic development.
Energy transition This research approaches the issue of energy transition in Africa, investigating the existence of feasible opportunities to realise green industrialisation in Africa.
SOAS relaunches Middle East Institute SOAS University of London has announced the relaunch of the SOAS Middle East Institute (SMEI), an interdisciplinary centre that aims to foster engagement on the Middle East through research and outreach.
SOAS announces third equitable partnership with university in Global South SOAS University of London has unveiled a joint programme with Shiv Nadar University in India, introducing an equal-fees joint MA in Global Urban Sociology.
Lunar New Year Celebrations at SOAS | With Cheng Yu and Beibei Wang Join us for celestial and explosive music on traditional instruments from China to welcome the year of the Dragon.
Centre for Sustainable Structural Transformation The SOAS Centre for Sustainable Structural Transformation (CSST) reimagines and promotes structural transformation in an age of ecological and social crises through industrial policy that is long-term-oriented and frame-shifting.
The problematic history and ecological impact of the UK houseplant industry MA student Francesca Nicol examines the colonial history and ecological impact of the houseplant industry, challenging the perceived 'green' image of houseplants.
A tale of two mines connected by legacies of imperialism MA student Nina Stibling contrasts the post-mining landscapes of the Lausitz region in Germany and the Tsumeb mine in Namibia, highlighting the social and environmental injustices.
Neom: The true cost of Saudi Arabia's 100% renewable futuristic city MA student Silas Lehane considers whether Saudi Arabia's 'The Line' is a 'revolution in urban living' or an example of greenwashing and humanitarian violation.