South Africa: On the State of Democracy in South Africa

analysis

South African democracy spans two very different worlds. In one, people complain loudly but enjoy full democratic rights - in the other most remain unheard and battle for the right to speak. In both, life is difficult for those who do not conform.

Among political scientists - and many of the South Africans who can speak - it is fashionable to label this country's democracy a 'party dominant system'.

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