On this page you will find links to various pages where we are presenting the media coverage of the World Social Forum 2007 event. If you know of interesting articles available online, or if you have access to soft copy of articles not available online - please send a link or the document to memory@wsf2007.org.

Please click on the headline to access your preferred section.

IPS TerraViva, African Flame & WSF2007 newsletters

During the event, two different media groups (IPS TerraViva & African Flame) issued a number of printed newspapers - either sold or distributed to the WSF2007 participants. These are now available for download in pdf. versions. On the same page you will also find the two newsletters that the WSF2007 Secretariat issued in the months leading up to the event.

Kenyan Media articles (in English)

It is not surprising that the local Kenyan printed media covered the biggest event ever held in the country in some depths. For the first time in the history of WSF, we are presenting online an extensive (if not full) local media covereage - focusing on three main daily newspapers - The East African Standard, The Daily Nation and Kenya Times - and one regional weekly newspaper - The East African.

International Media articles (in English)

It is impossible to identify and present all international media coverage of a world wide event like the World Social Forum. We have done our best to find and present online versions of the media covereage from big international media houses like Reuters, AFP and others - as well as covereage from BBC and other big international players. This section also includes a lot of coverage from smaller media houses.

Analytical articles and comments (in English)

A very interesting aspect of the online coverage of the WSF2007 event are the numerous articles - either written for printed papers or magazines or for internet based open discussion spaces - evaluating the WSF process and event. This year's event is put into perspective or people from within the process who are presenting their own reflections.

All articles in other languages (except English)

With 800 journalists present from countries all over the world, the international non-English coverage of the WSF2007 event is enormous. We are eager to present as many articles as possible, but we highly depend on the journalists who were here to share their stories with us.

International Media articles (in English)

What They'll Talk About in 2007 - By Joyce Mulama, IPS, September 6, 2006
With dozens, if not hundreds of organisations likely to attend next year's World Social Forum (WSF) -- and almost as many issues clamouring to be addressed there -- nailing down a programme for the Jan. 20-25 event promises to be a daunting task.

"What Is WSF? Something That Will Bring Me Medicine?" - By Joyce Mulama, IPS, November 22, 2006
In just two months time the World Social Forum (WSF) will get underway in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, marking the first instance in which Africa is acting as sole host of the event.

Slum youth to perform at the WSF - By Christina Bonde Pedersen, Mellemfolkeligt Samvirke - Kenya, January 2, 2007
During the WSF 80 children and youth from the Pumwani slums in Nairobi will be performing participatory theater about life in the slums. The purpose is to illustrate the importance of making your own choices.

The youth will put Tanzania on the world map - By Lisbeth Jensen, Mellemfolkeligt Samvirke - Tanzania, January 2, 2007
Tanzania Youth Coalition hopes to send 200 young Tanzanians to Nairobi.

Democracy as a way of life - By Vibeke Quaade, Mellemfolkeligt Samvirke - Uganda, January 3, 2007
At the World Social Forum MS Uganda will illustrate how to use a series of easy-to-digest civic education material about democratic and non-democratic practices. ‘Democracy as a way of life’ is the name of the concept.

Will Nairobi be the graveyard of Neo-liberalism? - By Patrick Ochieng, Steering Committee Member KSF, January 4, 2007
It is only a matter of weeks. A momentous period in world history has been unfolding, a period that is precariously characterized by a curious mixture of hope, despair and determination to fight for a better world in the wake of neo-liberal globalization that grows like ill-weed. It is a period in which trade imbalance have consigned Third World economies to perpetual poverty and militarism and rogue control of world politics by the US and its evil axis continues to compromise the sovereignty of nations.

"We at the WSF Don't Have an Agenda" - By Moyiga Nduru, IPS, January 11, 2007
As many as 150,000 delegates from more than a hundred countries are expected to attend the upcoming World Social Forum (WSF), to be held in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, from Jan. 20-25. And, expectations for the meeting appear as varied as the nationalities that will pass through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport en route to the Moi International Sports Centre.

World Social Forum descends on Kenya - By jn/mw, IRIN, January 16, 2007
Tens of thousands of people from around the world will converge on the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, this week for the World Social Forum (WSF).

The importance of giving the WSF an African flavour - By Moyiga Nduru, IPS January 18, 2007
This year will mark the first occasion on which an African country, Kenya, is serving as sole host of the World Social Forum (WSF) -- a gathering which had its beginnings in the Brazilian town of Porto Alegre seven years ago.

A Tale of Budget Crunches and Midnight Oil - Interview with Onyango Oloo - By Joyce Mulama, IPS, January 18, 2007
With just hours to go before the seventh World Social Forum (WSF) kicks off in Nairobi it’s all systems go amongst the organisers, who are preparing to welcome thousands of delegates to the Kenyan capital for the Jan. 20-25 gathering.

Tutu applauds WSF despite lack of results - By Mail & Guardian, South Africa, January 19, 2007
An annual meeting of social activists worldwide made no tangible achievements since it began in 2001, but has highlighted the importance of social issues, Nobel laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu said on Friday.

Liberalisation of fishing undermines food security - By aw/mw, IRIN, January 19, 2007
The liberalisation of the fishing industry will have a negative impact on food security in the developing world, according to a new report by the advocacy group, Greenpeace International.

World Social Forum opens in Kenya - By BBC News, January 20, 2007
Thousands of anti-globalisation protesters have marched in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, at the opening of the annual World Social Forum.

Anti-Capitalist Forum Opens in Kenya - By Elizabeth A. Kenndy, Associated Press, January 20, 2007
World Social Forum, annual anti-capitalist conference, opens in Kenya; more than 80,000 gather.

Drums and dance as Africa hosts "anti-Davos" forum - By Helen Nyambura-Mwaura and Jeremy Clarke, Reuters, January 20, 2007
Glue-sniffing street-boys, men on camels, and women balancing clay pots on their heads marched from one of Africa's biggest slums at the start of an anti-capitalist fest hosted by the continent for the first time.

Thousands march in Nairobi at anti-globalisation forum - By Karen Calabria, AFP, January 20, 2007
Anti-globalisation activists marched Saturday through Africa's largest slum, calling for an end to conflict and a new war on poverty at the start of a major protest against global capitalism.

Palestinians attend World Social Forum - By Badil, The Electronic Intifada, January 20, 2007
A broad and unified delegation will present the agenda of Palestinian civil society at the first global World Social Forum to be held on the African continent between 20 and 25 January 2007, namely, building the global Campaign for Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) against Israel until it ends its apartheid-like regime of discrimination, occupation and colonization, and respects the right of return of Palestinian refugees and IDPs.

Alternative Davos meets in Nairobi - By Andrea Tognina, swissinfo, January 20, 2007
Swiss delegates are among those meeting in Nairobi, Kenya, for the World Social Forum (WSF). High on the agenda this year is the global fight against poverty.

Nairobi braces itself as lefties of the world unite - By Hans Pienaar, January 20, 2007
Two crucifixions, the planting of 100 000 new trees, marches led by two Nobel Prize winners, and Winnie Mandela's last stand are set to catch the limelight as between 30 000 and 80 000 people gather this weekend in Nairobi for the World Social Forum.

Crowds gathering for 'anti-Davos' - By Adam Mynott, BBC News, January 21, 2007
Tens of thousands of people are gathering in Nairobi for the annual anti-capitalist get together, the World Social Forum.

Africa's failed health plan seen costing 40 mln lives - By Jeremy Clarke, Reuters, January 21, 2007
African governments' failure to deliver on a 2001 vow to spend 15 percent of budgets on health has cost the continent 40 million lives, activists including Nobel winners Desmond Tutu and Wangari Maathai said on Sunday.

Poor nations can still meet poverty goals - U.N. - By Helen Nyambura-Mwaura, Reuters, January 21, 2007
Goals to reduce poverty and advance development in poor nations are still achievable if governments on both sides of the wealth divide show proper commitment, a top U.N. campaigner for the targets said.

Fight for your rights, despite globalisation, women urged - By ro-lo/mw , IRIN, January 21, 2007
Women, especially in the developing world, who continue to bear the burden of the negative impact of globalisation, must fight for their rights, a Kenyan civil rights activist said on Monday at the World Social Forum (WSF).

Campaign for fair labour standards launched - By Andrea Tognina, swissinfo, January 21, 2007
Trade unions and non-governmental groups attending the World Social Forum in Nairobi are making a new attempt to create fair labour conditions.

World Social Forum: 'World ignores African issues' - By Karen Calabria, AFP, January 22, 2007
Anti-globalisation activists marched on Saturday through Africa's largest slum, calling for an end to conflict and a new war on poverty at the start of a major protest against global capitalism.

Long Fight for Justice for Homosexuals - By Joyce Mulama, IPS, January 23, 2007
Even with tens of thousands of activists at the World Social Forum (WSF) denouncing injustices of all kinds, the issue of discrimination against homosexuals is making its voice heard amidst the din.

Activists protest at lunch prices - By Christelle Terreblanche, Cape Argus, January 23, 2007
Poor at social forum can't afford meals.

Vibrant 'anti-Davos' makes impact - By Adam Mynott, BBC News, January 24, 2007
Wherever it takes place, the World Social Forum can never be accused of being drab.

Street kids raid poverty summit - By BBC News, January 24, 2007
Dozens of street children have invaded a five-star hotel food tent and feasted on meals meant for sale at the World Social Forum in Kenya's capital.

Womens's Voice Was Strong and Clear - By Zarina Geloo, IPS, January 24, 2007
The women’s movement had a stronger voice at Nairobi 2007 than in all other forums and has made genuine attempts to link their issues into other processes, Fatma Aloo, a member of the WSF organisation committee, said Wednesday.

Spirited Youth Set Up Camp At WSF - By Qurratul-Ain-Tahmina, IPS, January 24, 2007
All has been quiet on the WSF youth camp front. Southwest of the Moi Stadium venue, scores of empty tents give the camp a slightly abandoned look. It fits in with the criticism that year after year, the WSF has somewhat neglected its future generation.

Land reform efforts in SA and Zimbabwe slated at global forum - By Christelle Terreblanche, The Star, January 24, 2007
South Africa and Zimbabwe's land reform programmes have come under attack at the World Social Forum here, where a Global Campaign for Agrarian Reform was launched.

Singer pulled crowds to the MS Kenya stall - By Mellemfolkeligt Samvirke Kenya, January 24, 2007
Eric Wainaina, famous Kenyan singer attracted hundreds of people to the MS Kenya stall at the World Social Forum Tuesday January 23rd.

Push for global trade deal, poor countries told - By Helen Nyambura-Mwaura, Reuters, January 24, 2007
Poor countries must push for a global deal in the stalled World Trade Organization (WTO) talks and not settle for bilateral arrangements, a top Commonwealth official said on Wednesday.

African Churches Explain Presence At Social Forum - By Catholic Information Service for Africa, January 24, 2007
The Church in Africa is now mature to tackle global challenges on an equal footing with the rest of the world, according to Catholic Archbishop Zaccheaus Okoth of Kisumu, Kenya.

Learning From The African Experience - By Hilmi Toros, IPS, January 24, 2007
As the curtain falls today on the World Social Forum (WSF) in The Green City under the Sun, some will call it a success, others will doubt it. To some, WFS is indispensable; others question its value, if not its very nature and future.

Help Africans to feed themselves, governments urged - By jn/oss/mw, IRIN, January 25, 2007
Eighty percent of Africans who experience frequent food shortages live on poor land in rural areas - neglect of such communities is one of the main causes of hunger on the continent, campaigners for the right to food said.

Four Nobel winners echo demand for debt relief - By Shakhawat Liton, The Daily Star, January 25, 2007
Four Nobel peace laureates joined the ongoing World Social Forum (WSF) 2007 meet in Nairobi, Kenya and urged for equitable distribution of resources and allocation of more money in health and education, instead of military expenditure, to make the world a better place to live in.

14 km run marks end of World Social Forum - By cpm/lo/mw, IRIN, January 25, 2007
A 14km run through slums in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi, marked the end of the World Social Forum (WSF) on Thursday, after five days of meetings and demonstrations attended by about 46,000 delegates from all over the world.

Forum ends with calls for social equity - By jn/mw, IRIN, January 25, 2007
The World Social Forum (WSF) ended in Nairobi, the Kenyan capital on Thursday, with participants hailing the event as an opportunity for people from around the world to exchange ideas on global social problems often overlooked by capitalist interests they said dominated the world.

South takes on North over debt at Kenya talks - By Christelle Terreblanche, Cape Argus, January 25, 2007
Pressure is set to mount on rich countries in the north, as well as international financial institutions, for the total cancellation of billions of dollars in loans owed by poor, developing countries. The annual World Social Forum (WSF) is drawing to a close in Nairobi, Kenya, and the demand for debt cancellation and reparations for the historical exploitation of the south by colonisers and lenders is becoming a key focus for its participants.

Swiss see positive impact of World Social Forum - By Andrea Tognina, swissinfo, January 25, 2007
The seventh World Social Forum (WSF), which met for the first time in Africa, has closed to mainly upbeat reviews from Swiss delegates.

WSF ends with call to make a better world - By Shakhawat Liton, The Daily Star, January 26, 2007
As the seventh World Social Forum (WSF) 2007 meet ended yesterday in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, Nobel laureate Prof Wangari Maathai urged participants to take actions to make a better world to live in.

WSF 2007: Critical Reflections, Unknown Directions - By Dan Morrison, COA News, January 26, 2007
The World Social Forum (WSF) for the first time took place in Africa in Nairobi, Kenya, marking new directions and challenges for the seven year old process. Nairobi’s Moi International Sports Complex, located in the district of Kasarani, emerged as the WSF’s epicenter.

Born-again sustainability - Stooping Under Everything - By Binyavanga Wainaina, January 26, 2007
I am not a practising Christian or a right-winger. But I’m not an ostrich either, and that is the subject of this column.

Activists Gather to Challenge the World Economic Forum at Davos - By CNN International, January 27, 2007
Transcript of CNN program 'Inside Africa'. Standing side by side, people from around the world descended this week on the site on what has been called one of Africa's biggest slums to advocate against conflict, social injustice and poverty.

Hope springs in Nairobi - By Stephanie Nieuwoudt, January 29, 2007
The world came to Nairobi, capital of Kenya, this week to talk -- and shout -- about how to achieve a better world. Delegates attended the World Social Forum (WSF) in their thousands to discuss topics as diverse as poverty, land redistribution, women’s issues, water affairs, government impunity and human rights abuses.

Social movements to go on offensive - By Christelle Terreblanche, The Star, January 29, 2007
Social movements worldwide are set to step up their action against economic and social injustice, vowing "to move from popular resistance to offensive actions".