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Mohale Ernest Selelo
University of Limpopo
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Democracy as an Elite Tool for Oppressing the Majority: A Case of Selected African Countries Mohale Ernest Selelo; Magatane Tshwarelo Mashilo
Journal of Governance Risk Management Compliance and Sustainability Vol. 3 No. 2 (2023): October Volume
Publisher : Center for Risk Management & Sustainability and RSF Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31098/jgrcs.v3i2.1860

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This paper seeks to establish and investigate the incontrovertible scenarios that the people of Zimbabwe and Uganda experienced during the dawn of democracy. This paper argues that "democracy" is a system beneficial to the elites but unbearable and detrimental to the livelihoods of ordinary people in Zimbabwe and Uganda. The democratic breakthrough in these countries brought hope, confidence, and zest to the proletariats that their dire socio-economic conditions would be transformed for the better. But little did they know that their conditions would be exacerbated than ever before. The high levels of inequalities, poverty and unemployment in these countries continue to haunt the people. Unfortunately, this happens under the ambit of AU, which is tight-lipped to such conditions people are going through. Regrettably, it appears as if the ones who are in positions of leadership are fueling the abuse of democracy, wherein they abuse their power in government to orchestrate their illegitimate shenanigans. Subsequently, human rights are often violated and suppressed when the “mighty” officials want to influence the processes of democracy with a direct autocratic system. Despite the calls from the UN that human rights and democracy should be respected and adhered to, people continue to witness the violence and suppression of such principles under the ambit of democratic governments. This paper uses a qualitative research approach to analyze the scenarios of the abuse of democracy in these countries. This paper finds that the violation of freedom of expression, assembly, and freedom of association is prevalent in these countries. Therefore, the paper recommends that structures such as the AU should enforce their responsibilities to safeguard and protect the rights of the people as per democratic states.
EXPLORING HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS AS AGENTS OF CHANGE: ANALYSIS OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IN THE SOUTH AFRICAN CONTEXT Magatane Tshwarelo Mashilo; France Khutso Lavhelani Kgobe; Mohale Ernest Selelo
International Journal of Educational Review, Law And Social Sciences (IJERLAS) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : CV. RADJA PUBLIKA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54443/ijerlas.v4i2.1542

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Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) have come under scrutiny for not sharing their substantial resources and immediate support with nearby communities. As a result, they should not be seen as deviating from the main goals of HEIs in terms of active research, teaching and learning, or scholarship. Therefore, HEIs must reach out to assist nearby communities to raise the profile of the latter, foster its growth, and provide the social capital necessary for sustainable development. This research makes a case that HEIs and communities should establish a collaboration to promote rapid gains in the diversification of the communities' sources of income. HEIs should assist the surrounding communities, aid in community empowerment, enhance the quality of life, and act as change agents to address socioeconomic conditions. The paper draws on existing literature and reports to explore each of the roles of HEIs in community engagement in South African communities. Different databases like Google, Google Scholar, Scopus, AOSIS, ProQuest, and university repositories utilised to search data. Themes were developed and used to search the data until completion. The Thematic Content Analysis (TCA) approach was applied. Additionally, the research is supported by observation and real-world experience. The Social Capital Theory is acknowledged in this article to create the foundation of its argument. The conclusion that can be derived from this research is that for successful transformation and growth, HEIs and communities must work together amicably.
Co-Authors France Khutso Lavhelani Kgobe Magatane Tshwarelo Mashilo