South Africa's new government of national unity (GNU) has provided
a much-needed opportunity to redress past abuses of power and build a stronger democratic culture.
It starts with political accountability, connecting citizens to their elected officials and ensuring they remain dutiful to their mandates. It also means checks and balances to keep our fledgling coalition stable and functioning optimally.
HOW DO WE SET ABOUT THIS DAUNTING TASK?
Good Governance Africa (GGA) has identified 10 priority areas that the GNU needs to tackle to turn the tide on voter dissatisfaction and our stagnant economy.