2019 Elections
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The democratic process of voting was wearing thin before lockdown
The number of adults who didn’t vote in the 2019 elections reflects citizens’ disenchantment with their representatives. Perhaps Covid-19 presents government with the chance to…
Ramaphosa bets big on infrastructure to boost economy
Sona was a mixed bag but there were some meaningful announcements
Maimane’s Mosa movement to launch within two months
The former DA leader says his new political movement can bring change to South Africa
Jockeys without horses: Let’s all learn to be constructive
Although Benjamin Fogel denies the relevance of the South African Communist Party — and gets a few facts wrong — some of his points are correct
Malema: Collect 10 million votes, Cheers!
The party by to increase its voters five times by 2023
Tackle racism with a rights-based approach
To address the systemic issues of racial discrimination, broad social and economic transformation is required in SA
Party’s woes signify historical dilemma of South Africa’s liberals
The Democratic Alliance’s problems can be traced back to the politicisation of race, which has persisted even after the dawn of democracy in 1994
DA election review recommends Maimane step down
A review into the party’s poor election results also calls for the DA’s CEO to stand down — he has subsequently resigned
Paul Boughey, CEO of the DA has resigned
A report that looked into the party’s poor election performance called for the CEO and Mmusi Maimane to vacate their positions
A turbulent transition: DA faces a rocky future
Because it’s a blend of political influences the transition it is facing has, inevitably, had an existential effect on the opposition party
Leader’s principal aim to build IFP
Gravitas: Velenkosini Hlabisa brings his experience to his new post as leader of the Inkatha Freedom Party.
ANC in Gauteng: For whom does the electorate toll?
With two years before the next local government election and an ANC in Gauteng already on notice, the stakes have never been higher.
DA admits to governance balls-ups
After disappointing elections results, the party is focusing on its municipalities and coalitions
DA in want of leadership and an identity
The party’s electoral decline is an indication that it does not really know what it stands for
Ramaphosa’s Sona outlines seven priorities for sixth administration
Implementation is the key focus for President Cyril Ramaphosa, who admits there are limits to what can be delivered due to state of public finances