John Micklethwait: Why this is SA’s most important election since Apartheid
In 2024, around 40% of the world's population will vote, yet it's South Africa's election that may prove historic. As the African National Congress (ANC) faces potentially losing its majority for the first time since the end of apartheid, the implications are significant. Despite the ANC's achievements, rampant corruption and failing infrastructure under their governance have spurred disillusionment. This pivotal election could reshape not only South Africa's political landscape but potentially influence the entire continent's approach to democracy and development.
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By John Micklethwait
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