Dr Zondi is the director of the Institute for Global Dialogue (IGD). Prior to assuming his current position, he headed the IGD’s programme on Africa studies and SA Foreign Policy Analysis for five years. Between 2000 and 2004, he co-ordinated the Africa Institute of South Africa’s regional integration and sustainable development programmes. He has published widely in his areas of research interest, namely: regional integration and governance, South Africa’s international relations and foreign policy, and public health policy.

He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in African Studies, Master of Philosophy and Bachelor of Arts degrees and Higher Diploma in Education.