african democracy

Embarking on a New Era: President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Pre-Election Homily 2024

President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a captivating preelection homily in 2024, reflecting on the achievements and challenges of the sixth democratic…

7 months ago

A New Dawn for South Africa’s Electoral System

South Africa's Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs has established a new Electoral Reform Consultation Panel to assess the country's current…

7 months ago

The Pioneering Public Involvement in the Amendment of General Intelligence Laws: A Noteworthy Step in Democratic Governance

On Monday, May 13th, 2024, the Ad Hoc Committee on the General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill met to consider public…

7 months ago

Weaving Development and Democracy: A Multigenerational Discourse

South Africa's journey towards development is intertwined with democracy, as evidenced by foundational documents like the Freedom Charter, Reconstruction and…

8 months ago

The Dawn of a New Era in South African Basic Education

South Africa's upcoming elections offer the promise of strengthening democratic principles and paving the way for a fairer basic education…

8 months ago

The Evolution of Democracy in South Africa

The evolution of democracy in South Africa began in 1994 with the collapse of the apartheid era and the birth…

8 months ago

Triumph Over Tyranny: Marking Three Decades of Democracy in South Africa

April 27, 1994, marked the end of apartheid and the start of democracy in South Africa. This date is significant…

8 months ago

The Chatsworth Magistrate Court: A Symbol of Hope and Justice

The Chatsworth Magistrate Court is a stunning symbol of hope and justice, representing South Africa's transition to a country built…

8 months ago

Strengthening Democracy: South Africa’s National Assembly Revamps its Petition Guidelines

South Africa's National Assembly has made a significant decision to strengthen democracy by allowing the public to directly petition without…

8 months ago

Unveiling the Weekly Proceedings of South Africa’s Parliament

South Africa's Parliament has a dynamic weekly schedule of events, including committee meetings, Q&A sessions with the President, and discussions…

9 months ago

The Influence of Rugby on Unity and Identity in South Africa

Rugby has had a significant impact on promoting national unity and identity in South Africa, cutting across societal boundaries and…

9 months ago

“South Africa’s Democratic Struggle: MK Party, Zuma, and the Unsettled Future”

South Africa is facing political turmoil as the youth leader of the MK Party, Bonginkosi Khanyile, demands that expresident Jacob…

9 months ago

Democracy’s Brink: South Africa’s Resilience to Challenges

South Africa is facing political challenges as the Jacob Zumasupported MK Party threatens the country's democratic values. The party's spokesperson,…

10 months ago

The Dynamic Operations of South Africa’s Parliament: A Week’s Insight

South Africa's Parliament is a bustling hub of decisionmaking and conversation, where the nation's destiny is crafted. A typical week…

10 months ago

A Game-Changing Decision in South Africa’s Judicial System

In a historic decision, Judges John Hlophe and Nkola Motata were dismissed from their judicial roles in South Africa due…

10 months ago

South African Parliament Confirms 2024 Election Date: A Stride Forward in Democratic Process

South Africa's Parliament has confirmed the General National and Provincial Election date for May 29th, 2024, complying with the legal…

10 months ago