Month: May 2024

On 16 April 2024 the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) finalised the list of political parties and candidates to participate in the 29 May 2024 General Election, elections to choose candidates to fill National and Provincial legislatures. Following the publication, the Commission proceeded to print the ballot papers to be used…

In the lead-up to the national and provincial elections scheduled for May 29, 2024, the debate around coalition governments has intensified within South Africa’s political landscape. This discussion arises from the possibility that no single party will secure an absolute majority in the upcoming general election. Should no party reach…

The election of a president is a pivotal moment in a country’s democratic process, embodying the will of the people and shaping the nation’s political and socioeconomic trajectory. Understanding how a President is elected is crucial for participating in a country’s electoral process as voters, observers and interested parties.  Unlike…