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‘Wicked’ problems and party policies

Two interrelated issues are found in most political party manifestos: on the one hand we have what is generally known as ‘wicked problems’ and on the other hand we have the paradox of development.

Most political parties have prioritised issues such as unemployment, poverty, job creation, crime, land reform, nationalisation and education as crucial matters to attract voter support. They promise to resolve these matters if they win the election on 29 May. However, any of these strong policy positions will

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