Description
Book Synopsis: This book tells the story of how the transition to democracy in South Africa enfranchised blacks politically but without raising most of them from poverty. It shows in detail how the continuing strength of the white establishment forces the leaders of the African National Congress (ANC) to compromise plans for full political and economic transformation. Deferring the economic transformation, the new dispensation nurtures a small black elite. The new elite absorbs the economic interests of the established white elites while continuing to share racial identities with the majority of their countrymen, muffling the divisions between rich whites and poor blacks, thus ensuring political stability in the new South Africa.
Although democratic South Africa is officially "non-racial," the book shows that racial solidarities continue to play a role in the country's political economy. Ironically, racial identities, which ultimately proved the undoing of apartheid, have come to the rescue of contemporary democratic capitalism. The author explains how and why racial solidarities are being revamped, focusing particularly on the role of black economic empowerment, the black bourgeoisie, and how calls to represent the identities of black South Africans are having the effect of substituting the racial interests of black elites for the economic interests of the black poor.
Details
Discover the untold story of South Africa's transition to democracy in the captivating book, "Why Race Matters in South Africa." Gain a deep understanding of the political and economic complexities that shaped the nation post-apartheid. Explore how the African National Congress (ANC) navigated the challenges of enfranchising the black population without significantly addressing poverty. This eye-opening narrative sheds light on the impact of the white establishment and the emergence of a small black elite that absorbed the economic interests of the former ruling class.
Intriguingly, racial identities, once a catalyst to dismantle apartheid, now play a vital role in ensuring political stability. Despite South Africa adopting a "non-racial" stance, this thought-provoking book reveals the lasting power of racial solidarities in the country's political economy. Delve into the contemporary dynamics of black economic empowerment and the influential black bourgeoisie. Learn how their advocacy for the representation of black identities has inadvertently prioritized the interests of black elites over the economic well-being of the black poor.
Uncover the fascinating intersection of race, politics, and economics in modern South Africa with "Why Race Matters in South Africa." This meticulously researched account will challenge your preconceptions and offer invaluable insights into the intricate web of relationships shaping the nation's trajectory. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking exploration—order your copy today!
Order your copy of "Why Race Matters in South Africa" now and embark on a journey to uncover the hidden truths that continue to shape contemporary South Africa!
Discover More Best Sellers in Africa
Shop Africa
The Predicament of Blackness: Postcolonial Ghana and the Politics of Race
$37.00
Africa - The Predicament of Blackness: Postcolonial Ghana and the Politics of Race
Gaza: A History (Comparative Politics and International Studies)
$9.99
Africa - Gaza: A History (Comparative Politics and International Studies)
Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela
$8.95
Africa - Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela
We Wish to Inform You That Tomorrow We Will Be Killed with Our Families: Stories from Rwanda
$17.71
Africa - We Wish to Inform You That Tomorrow We Will Be Killed with Our Families: Stories from Rwanda
The Healing Drum: African Wisdom Teachings
$16.95
Africa - The Healing Drum: African Wisdom Teachings
