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South Africans' support to regional and internal conflict resolution reflects upon the psychological needs of human beings for security and safety. The South African policy of maintaining regional instability became irrelevant after the dissolution of the Soviet Bloc countries and the establishment of a popular government in South Africa. Widespread participation in the election and internal negotiations between rival political factions has resulted in the formation of a relatively stable democratic government.

This paper examines migrants and their reasons for migrating and reviews the literature about: who migrates? why do they migrate and, how do they migrate? A discussion of models of migration is the background for some recommendations for planners needing to influence the movement of people, and to cope with the results of these movements.

Research carried out among urban residents in a satellite city in South Africa shows that while nearly all the subjects were members of Christian churches and attended church services, traditional supernatural beliefs and ritual practices were common. (Author/GC)

Illustrates that South African folk medicine is a product of Khoi (and San), African and European traditions, and that the blend was widely used by all ethnic groups. Folk medicine; Traditional African healing; Factors influencing the use of folk medicine; Brief description of selected folk remedies.

Discusses the diffusion of Cannabis, and the association of the growth of Cannabis with human settlements. Geographical distribution of Cannabis in the African continent; Introduction of Cannabis into the New World; Terminological complexes in the history of Cannabis.