Republic of South Africa: Legislative, Executive and Judicial Governance in a quasi federal state (original) (raw)

This paper explores the intricacies of legislative, executive, and judicial governance in South Africa, characterized as a quasi-federal state. It discusses the impact of a shared powers model on governance structures, the complexities of intergovernmental relations, and the role of the African National Congress (ANC) in shaping these dynamics. The paper argues that while the design of governance is carefully crafted, significant imbalances exist, particularly in the functioning of provincial legislatures and their relationship with the central government, influenced by historical, political, and social contexts.