South Africa’s 2024 National and Provincial Elections (NPE2024) represent a significant turning point for the nation’s democratic process, as independent candidates will be allowed to compete for seats at both national and provincial levels for the first time. The Electoral Commission of South Africa, headed by Chairperson Mosotho Moepya and Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo, officially introduced the NPE2024 program on October 24, 2023. The event took place at Gallagher Estates in Midrand and was attended by a variety of stakeholders, including political parties.