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Articles · Vol. 7 No. 1 & 2 (2004): African Journal of International Affairs
Globalisation and the Paradox of Participatory Governance in Southern Africa: The Case of the New South Africa
- DOI https://doi.org/10.4314/ajia.v7i1-2.57212
- Published 2023-08-03
Abstract
The aim of this paper is twofold. First, it will explore the tensions and contradictions of participatory governance in the context of globalisation in the new South Africa. Second, the paper will interrogate the links between neo-liberal economic
reforms and participatory governance in South Africa. In particular, it will explore the question of whether or not participatory governance is inherently democratic and development enhancing. On the basis of the analysis, the paper will explore an
alternative scenario that will be relevant for policy and academic purposes for South Africa and other developing countries.
Globalisation and the Paradox of Participatory Governance in Southern Africa: The Case of the New South Africa
Cet article comporte un double objectif. Tout d’abord, il analyse les tensions et les contradictions de la gouvernance participative dans le contexte de la globalisation, dans la nouvelle Afrique du Sud. Deuxièmement, cette contribution interroge les liens entre les réformes économiques néo-libérales et la gouvernance participative sud-africaine. Ce travail s’intéresse particulièrement à la question de savoir si la gouvernance participative est démocratique par essence et susceptible de promouvoir le développement. Sur la base de cette analyse, l’auteur se propose d’étudier un scénario alternatif qui pourra servir aux politiques publique ainsi qu’au monde académique, en Afrique du Sud et dans les autres pays en développement.
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