Focuses on the problems of education and development in post-apartheid South Africa. Argues that there must be a focus on the uneven terrain of educational attainment and long term socio-economic development. Discusses factors hindering educational development. Calls for reconstitution of South Africa's educational programs for all citizens. (CAJ)

Discusses the contribution of human capital to national development. Questions assumption of education stability links by examining longitudinal data from France and Germany across 170 years. Results raise the question of whether human investment might be as much a consequence as a cause of economic stability over time. (CAJ)

Argues that five decades of international development assistance have prevented the people of Africa from achieving post-colonial self-reliance. Stresses that cuts in economic, social, and educational opportunity are reducing the quality of life. Concludes that aid inspired capacity building initiatives have undermined essential routines and…