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This is a scenario of active citizen engagement with a government that is
effective and that listens. It requires the engagement of citizens who demand
better service delivery and government accountability. It is dependent on the
will and ability of citizens to organise themselves and to engage the
authorities, and on the quality of political leadership and its willingness to
engage citizens. It entails a common national vision that cuts across
economic self-interest in the short-term. This is not an easy scenario. Its
path is uneven - there is robust contestation over many issues and it requires
strong leadership from all sectors, especially from citizens. |
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We can address our critical
challenges only if citizens' groups,
business, labour and broader
civil society actively engage
with the state to improve
delivery and enforce an
accountable government. |
