Vishwas Satgar

In a recent newspaper article, Trevor Manuel took on Jimmy Manyi’s remarks on race. Manuel correctly concentrated on exposing the insidious and racist nature of Manyi’s labour market machinations. The public commentary that has followed has amplified the debate.

In a world plunged ever deeper into an uncivilised global capitalist condition, the World Social Forum (WSF) is a crucial beacon of hope.

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 After this historical conference, South Africa will not be the same. Over the next few days we will be broadening the horizons of our 17 year old democracy. We will be adding a new term to the South African political lexicon: Democratic Left.