gh their own efforts, their dissatisfaction grew.South African black's and other minority groups expected too much when Nelson Mandela become president; many of the conditions of before 1994 still today has not changed and that has lead to mass frustration, social unrest and political upheaval, which only further diminished the prospect for economic growth.South Africa and Africa as a continent has a major obstacle to overcome when it comes to fighting AIDS. The disease now ranks fourth among the worlds big killers. For Africa to have a chance a clear leadership is required. Most African government has been slow to recognize the threat. There can be good governance in South Africa if the Mbeki administration is prepared to bring courage and determination into the office of the presidency. As it stands today ANC's member of parliament are not even encouraged to critize their own ministers. There is very little accountability. There is a blurring line between the relationship of civil society and party politics; often they are the same standing on ANC side. Is hard for NGOs to be independent since the in most cases receive government funding. Today many NGOs compete for government contract and are following the official line. One of the most important elements in promoting greater accountability is the role played by NGOs, civic society and think tanks. The NGOs and the civic organizations needs to distance itself from the ANC, otherwise how can they be really representing the real needs of the poor clearly?Job creation seen as the most important problem by 72 % black South Africans and 60 % of colored community.Criminal concerns 80 % of white and 90 % of Indian communities.According to national polls, 41 % are satisfied with democracy, 59 % are unsatisfied.Question: What if democracy does not work.47 % consider democracy to be always best, 43% favored a strong non- elected leader, 10 % did not know.1997 50 5 of voters believed that off...
