LAEL BETHLEHEM: Lessons from the political earthquake
The leaders of many parties pay scant attention to problems at local government level
06 June 2024 - 16:56
Much has been said over the past few days about the political earthquake we have just experienced. It is important to understand the reasons for this major shift, even as none of us yet know its implications.
It is clear that much of the explanation lies with the general underperformance of the state, and its inability to confront its own weaknesses, especially in relation to the management of the economy. ..
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