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2021 local government elections

Julius Kleynhans

Opinionistas

Gerrymandering of municipal boundaries may determine who wins — or loses — the next local elections

By Julius Kleynhans

Seelan Naidoo

Opinionistas

When the power balance in government approaches 50-50, democracy itself is put in abeyance

By Seelan Naidoo

Mbali Ntuli

Opinionistas

The current political system and parties have failed us — we must change from the bottom up

By Mbali Ntuli

Vusumzi Mba

Opinionistas

The Eastern Cape’s overwhelming vote in favour of the ANC is a product of history, not lack of education

By Vusumzi Mba

Haji Mohamed Dawjee

Opinionistas

Forget photos with babies, here’s what parties can do to win over South African voters

By Haji Mohamed Dawjee

Paul Hoffman

Opinionistas

South African voters must insist their parties of choice combat the scourge of corruption

By Paul Hoffman

Rebone Tau

Opinionistas

The big meetings that will shape SA’s political landscape

By Rebone Tau