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Democracy is alive and well in South Africa, but is the state weak? (Photo by Siyanda Mbokazi/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)
OPINION

What does Africa need: Strong states or freedom?

Many African countries have weak democracies (or are authoritarian), while South Africa is seen as a country providing a voice for and leadership in Africa, but is it a strong…

  • Mphumzi Mdekazi
  • Babu Owino
8 min read