Strengthening democracy in Africa with the Internet : a comparative study of South Africa, Kenya and Zambia
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2011
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For the first time since democracy in the classical Greek sense became practically impossible, the Internet's networking facilities are creating opportunities again for all citizens to be active, engaging participants in democracy. Open communication channels to government and fellow citizens can now be a reality that allows people at all levels of society to form part of a vibrant public sphere by exchanging ideas, sharing experiences, spreading ideologies and news, and comparing agendas.
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Janse van Rensburg, A. 2011. Strengthening democracy in Africa with the Internet : a comparative study of South Africa, Kenya and Zambia. University of Cape Town.