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Lex8P t1_j15cmdj wrote

You should map south Africa.

Not in war, yet are sure a contender. Especially since their power cuts have occurred since the early 90s

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Ramental t1_j15kvrl wrote

Ok, I've read it, but still, why the heck the problem can't be fixed after at least 15 years of existence?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_African_energy_crisis

South Africa is even richer than Ukraine, but also self-provides itself all the coal it needs. In fact, it mines enough coal for 3 South Africas. Further, it's usually mined in open pits rather than underground mines, which is safer and cheaper.

I get that Zuma was corrupt and blamed, but why was he elected again if he didn't do crap about such an important problem?

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deathbypacifist t1_j15owm7 wrote

Nearly the entirety of the ruling party is corrupt or incompetent and the majority of people consistently vote for that party every election.

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Lex8P t1_j17mh6h wrote

I couldn't have said it better.

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