Government in transition: a South African perspective: THE NATURE OF THE TRANSITION IN SOUTH AFRICA

The South African Government, unlike many other governments, may be regarded as experiencing a dual transition. First, South Africa is experiencing a constitutional and political transition. Not long ago, last year, it adopted an interim constitution after three years of difficult negotiations. In t...

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Published in:Public administration and development 1995-08, Vol.15 (3), p.217
Main Authors: ZOLA SKWEYIYA, VIL-NKOMO, SIBUSISIO
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Apartheid
Empowerment
Government
Legislation
Power
Principles
Public services
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Summary:The South African Government, unlike many other governments, may be regarded as experiencing a dual transition. First, South Africa is experiencing a constitutional and political transition. Not long ago, last year, it adopted an interim constitution after three years of difficult negotiations. In terms of this constitution, the first democratic elections were held and governments of national unity established at both national and provincial levels. The new constitutional and political arrangements reflect the spirit of reconciliation that so dramatically changed South Africa's course. The transition at this level is, however, far from complete.
ISSN:0271-2075
1099-162X