South Africa witnessing worst violence, civil unrest since 1994?
I've visited the Republic of South Africa twice, both long-stay visits. A beautiful and diverse nation, with adorable people, she has a lot to offer. As the events of violence, rioting, unrest, looting, and arson unfold, I've seen several glimpses online and heard reports of the mental and physical agony. If I'd to go by recent reports, the death toll due to these riots neared 80 people, as violence continues across the country following the 15-month prison term and jailing of former President Jacob Zuma. An agonizing scene of a baby being thrown from a building (in Durban) set on fire, after ground-floor shops were looted, is also doing the rounds on social media. Other distressing video clips and chilling incidents, including usage of arms and petrol-bombs, are also broadcasted and circulated. It's a given that such violence and civil unrest is unacceptable; however, is jailing of Zuma the burning issue or cause — behind such gross anti-social, criminal and hear