But South Africa's democracy does offer the possibility of change. That is why next year's elections could be the most consequential since those first non-racial polls 30 years ago.

From contentious campaign ads to allegations of threats and external influences, the nation's political arena is experiencing a turbulent period ahead of the upcoming elections. As South Africa's ...

But South Africa's democracy does offer the possibility of change. That is why next year's elections could be the most consequential since those first non-racial polls 30 years ago.