When Do Close Ties Between Politicians and Business People Become Problematic?

Author:
Polity SA
Publisher:
Polity SA
Publication Date:
31 January 2013
Tags:
South Africa, Governance

Recently, South African President Jacob Zuma was accused of blatantly promoting corruption in South Africa. In his words, 'We're not forcing people. You can support and be a supporter, but if you go beyond that and become a member, [and] if you`re a businessman, your business will multiply. Everything you touch will multiply.

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