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…

6 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…

6 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…

6 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…

7 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…

7 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…

7 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…

7 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…

7 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…

7 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…

8 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…

8 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…

8 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,…

9 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…

9 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…

9 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…

9 months ago