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South Africa articles on Democracy Chronicles

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​News about the struggle for better democracy in South Africa.​ ​​​​​​​According to Freedom House, "factionalism within the ruling ANC party has been a hallmark of South African politics in recent years". Also check out our section on World Democracy or our articles on Africa and late South African democracy icon Nelson Mandela.

South African President Testifies At Inquiry Into Corruption

by DC Editors - August 13, 2021

South African President Testifies At Inquiry Into Corruption

South Africa’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa, VP under Zuma, appeared before the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture Wednesday.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, South Africa, Worldwide Corruption

South Africa Riots Reveal Political Failures

by DC Editors - July 30, 2021

South Africa Riots Reveal Political Failures

Owners of looted shops in Soweto accuse the South African government of neglecting them during this month’s violence and looting.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, South Africa

Corruption Trial Of South Africa’s Zuma Postponed

by DC Editors - July 21, 2021

Corruption Trial Of South Africa’s Zuma Postponed

Zuma’s corruption trial has been postponed until August 10 as it is decided whether he must appear in person or by video from detention.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, South Africa, Worldwide Corruption

The Role Of Voting Technology In South Africa

by DC Editors - July 18, 2021

The Role Of Voting Technology In South Africa

As South Africa prepares for local elections amid a deadly outbreak of Covid-19, it is vital to look into tech solutions that can ease the vote.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, South Africa, Voting Technology

South Africa Needs New Thinking For Its Democracy 

by DC Editors - June 14, 2021

South Africa Needs New Thinking For Its Democracy

Claims of racial bias against black pupils at private schools are commonplace in South Africa, also a reminder of the country’s realities.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Racism and Prejudice, South Africa

The Need To Revive Journalism For South Africa’s Democracy

by DC Editors - May 29, 2021

The Need To Revive Journalism For South Africa’s Democracy

Women breaking high-profile corruption stories face an increasingly risky media landscape. The situation is worrying in South Africa.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Journalism and Free Speech, South Africa

South Africa’s Student Protests Have Thrived For Decades

by DC Editors - April 9, 2021

South Africa's Student Protests Have Thrived For Decades

Protests for free, fair education shaped South Africa’s history and constitution. The protests persist despite the end of apartheid in 1994.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Democracy Protests, Education, South Africa, Youth Voting Rights

South Africa’s Time For Electoral Reform May Have Arrived

by DC Editors - March 24, 2021

South Africa's Time For Electoral Reform May Have Arrived

Proportional representation hands power to party bosses which disempowers voters. It may be time for electoral reform in South Africa.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Election Science, Proportional Representation, South Africa

Top South Africa Minister Says Crisis in Zimbabwe Needs Urgent Action

by DC Editors - August 17, 2020

Top South Africa Minister Says Crisis in Zimbabwe Needs Urgent Action

A top South African Minister says the crisis in Zimbabwe needs urgent action. Since the crisis started Zimbabwe has denied its existence.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, South Africa, Worldwide Corruption, Zimbabwe

ANC: Africans Should Resolve Zimbabwe Political Crisis

by DC Editors - August 13, 2020

ANC: Africans Should Resolve Zimbabwe Political Crisis

Zimbabwe has become more unstable since Mnanagwa’s violent ascendancy. South Africa that sent envoys this week advocates an African solution to the crisis.

Filed Under: International Democracy Tagged With: Africa, Dictatorships, South Africa, Zimbabwe

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