South Africa, Sixteen Years After the Advent of Democracy
Barney Pityana, Principle and Vice Chancelor, University of South Africa; Steve McDonald, Consulting Director, Africa Program
Overview
The Africa Program of the Wilson Center hosted Barney Pityana on May 12 for an important discussion about the evolution of South African politics and education since 1994 and the end of apartheid. Pityana spoke about the progress over the past sixteen years, and the road ahead for this country which is often seen as responsible for setting an example - politically and economically - for the rest of the African continent.
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Africa Program
The Africa Program works to address the most critical issues facing Africa and US-Africa relations, build mutually beneficial US-Africa relations, and enhance knowledge and understanding about Africa in the United States. The Program achieves its mission through in-depth research and analyses, public discussion, working groups, and briefings that bring together policymakers, practitioners, and subject matter experts to analyze and offer practical options for tackling key challenges in Africa and in US-Africa relations. Read more
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