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How does a continent that has suffered decades of state capture and democratic decline ensure free, fair and participatory electoral processes for effective democratic governance? Technology may be the answer. (Delwyn Verasamy, M&G)

CELLPHONE TECHNOLOGY

Hand-held tech can help hold government to account

South Africa has a very high rate of cellphone usage, even among the poor. Could such technology help people keep government accountable?

Loren Treisman