How has South Africa changed post-apartheid?
In 1994 apartheid ended and South Africa held its first non-racial elections. A new constitution and government resulted, bringing hope to many South Africans. But were their dreams fulfilled? Visit the photo essay to get a look at the face of South Africa today. Learn more about the past, present, and future of three distinct South African industries in the handbook. Then explore the facts and figures behind the people of South Africa inside the info-graphic. Or begin your journey by learning about some of the ways South Africa is leading the charge in Africa in the briefing below by journalist Nicole Itano. South Africa: Superpower on the Horizon? By Nicole Itano August 25, 2003 More than nine years after the end of apartheid, South Africa has emerged as Africa’s political superpower. The status is grounded in South Africa’s economic success. From cell phones and banks to fast food chains and grocery stores, if a new business opens in an African town, it’s most likely South African.
