Tomorrow the 4th democratic national elections take place in South Africa. In less than 12 hours, polls will open across a rainy nation in what has been the most contested election since the 1994 breakthrough. Fifteen years of democracy & a multi-party system that has yet to truly define itself. This is fated to be the first year the ANC (African National Congress) has been given a run for its money since '94. At school the teachers prayed today for the safety of our children, their families and ourselves. There has been a lot of violence taking place in the province of Kwa-Zulu Natal, but the Western Cape (where I live) remains the most peaceful area. Let us hope and pray this country is prepared to take on results of its democratic elections and that violence does not ensue.
http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/inequality-persists-in-south-african-schools-20-apr-09/16951588 -- on a side note, I really enjoy having access to AlJazeera's broadcasts. They are broad, offering multiple perspectives and offer the best world news my 4-channel tv has to offer. This youtube video shows a very recent broadcast featuring the issues in education in South Africa. It's brief so please watch as a supplement if you have a chance.
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