National Convention Denies Knowledge of Challenges as National Dialogue Draws Fire over Transparency

Radio France Internationale

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Top start of the National Convention in Pretoria, South Africa. Two days of citizen discussions to take stock of the country's concerns. As a preparation to then feed a great national dialogue, and "open a new chapter of democracy". The event takes place at the University of Pretoria.

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By MICHELLE GUMEDE and MOGOMOTSI MAGOME JOHANNESBURG (AP) — South Africa will launch a “national dialogue” on Friday to bring together all sectors of society to discuss the country’s most pressing problems and find solutions. The talks, initiated by President Cyril Ramaphosa following requests from civil society, will include most political parties, civic groups, and members of the public. Concerns have been raised about the potential $40 millio…

Deutsche Welle

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In South Africa, citizens are to gather ideas for progress in the country.The opening of the National Dialogue takes place on 15 August - but many people are going too fast: Important political foundations went out for the time being.

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"The Afrikaner can no longer stand at a distance and shout. We must enter the conversation with the gifts we have."