Two - thirds said they were more optimistic about the future than when Mandela took office . One in four countries surveyed say their leaders are living up to Mandela 's vision ` ` well '' Just under half of South African respondents said the country would collapse without him . In answer to a question most relevant to South Africa itself , nearly 60 % of respondents said all races had equally embraced the aim of reconciliation . Survey of more than 5000 people in 20 countries was undertaken by CNN in partnership with Jana .
Two - thirds said they were more optimistic about the future than when Mandela took office . One in four countries surveyed say their leaders are living up to Mandela 's vision ` ` well '' Just under half of South African respondents said the country would collapse without him . Survey of more than 5000 people in 20 countries was undertaken by CNN in partnership with Jana .