First published 1992
Sebastian Mallaby examines South Africa at a crossroads. The veteran journalist draws on his experience covering the continent to analyze what comes next as apartheid crumbles. He explores how the emerging government will take shape and what structures will replace decades of institutionalized segregation. Mallaby considers the white minority's likely responses to losing political control and examines whether they will flee, resist, or adapt to the new reality. He evaluates South Africa's economic prospects in a post-apartheid world, weighing the challenges of rebuilding while maintaining stability. The book presents scenarios for how racial reconciliation might unfold and what obstacles could derail the transition. Mallaby offers readers an informed assessment of one of the twentieth century's most significant political transformations.
Genres: history, 20th-century, political-science, politics, african-literature, non-fiction, 21st-century, africa
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: political-intrigue, social-change
Setting: South Africa
Period: 20th Century, 21st Century
275 pages · Hardcover · Crown