It’s no good blaming the constitution for one’s failures

African ruling parties change constitutions because they don’t want to be held accountable for corruption, incompetence and violence against citizens

23 January 2022 - 00:00

By William Gumede

African ruling parties change constitutions because they do not want to be held accountable for corruption, incompetence and violence against citizens, writes William Gumede.

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