Abstract
This article is based on a study that interrogated the proliferation of non-state actors in the context of South Africa's policy decision framework. While several actors fall into the category of non-state actors, the study focused on two, namely business and media, which facilitated a deep understanding of how these actors operate on the periphery of the policymaking realm in South Africa. Utilising a qualitative desktop approach, which entailed the review of extant literature, we imply that in addition to the official policymaking actors in South Africa, there are a host of secondary actors who strive to influence both domestic and foreign policy decisions. We conclude that the prerogative of a nation-state to remain uncontested concerning policymaking is weakening and that non-state actors are gaining more status and influence. Finally, we recommend that the government, through appropriate legislation, take a proactive role in accommodating and managing the proliferation of these non-Journal of African Foreign Affairs (JoAFA)