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Africa: Living on the fringes? IS Africa 'out' of the global system, or is this a well-worn myth waiting to be exploded 

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Samir Amin

Is democracy compatible with cultural pluralism? Government by the majority has long been considered the essence of democracy - but in some cases, it could be the opposite 

8 

Luc Sindjoun

Zambia, from Kaunda to Chiluba: Zambia's Southern African policy has been rocky for some time, but for entirely different reasons 

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Jotham C. Momba

Landmine Clearance and Post-War Reconstruction in Mozambique: Mozambique's' s armed conflict is over, but the after-effects are lingering beyond all ceasefires 

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Sello Patrick Rankhumise

Sino-African Political Co-operation towards the 21st Century: China and Africa are finding too much in common in the new world order 

33 

Zhang Hongming

Lasting Sino-African friendship 

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Liu Lide

China's National Interest & its Relationship with Africa: China's approach towards Africa has changed over the years, along with its priorities 

38 

Xu Jiming

Issues for modern SA: Increasing urbanisation, is having a dramatic effect on the poor and the environment, and forcing a rethink of the housing policy. 

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Lochner Marais & Hannes Botha

The support needs of SMME manufacturers in SA: Small- scale production has a vital role to play in stimulating local economic development, but it needs help. 

51 

Chris Rogerson

Getting clever with competitive intelligence: Knowing what your customers need is very crucial to business success - but you have to work at it. 

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Jonathan Calof & Wilma Viviers

Bookshelf - book review 

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Pierre Botha