MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS 2021
- know the politics and make a difference
MULTIMEDIA
Communities in Focus Bishop Lavis Action Community
The outcomes of local government elections have a direct impact on communities. Many have had to contend with infrastructural problems which can lead to more
Democracy in Action: Are Councilors Equipped with the Necessary Skills & Leadership?
Are Ward Councillors properly equipped with the necessary skill-set and leadership to be in their respective positions? In comparison to previous municipal elections, this year’s
Election 2021: What to Consider when Making that X
In the lead up to elections – citizens are bombarded by political campaigning, but how do they go about navigating the politics and making an
Khayelitsha Tired of Blocked Sewage System
Residents in the Khayelitsha informal settlement of Site B have blocked roads in response to the City of Cape Town’s poor handling of sewage in
City Prioritises Foreigners over Capetonians – Hangberg
Community activists are at the forefront of the daily challenges facing citizens. They are often their advocates, and provide guidance on the community’s rights in
Democracy in Action: Is the Relationship Between Communities & Municipalities Tarnished?
Do municipalities indeed have a relationship with their communities; or do they still have a long way to go before being more actively involved in
Voter Apathy – Politics Ignores Youth
The past voter registration weekend has been hailed by the Independent Electoral Commission as a success. The IEC based this claim on the high number
Civil Society in Action Assessing Community Relationships with Municipalities
In the first edition of Civil Society in Action, we discuss the role of municipalities in ensuring that the public’s basic needs are met. The
Democracy in Action: What is the Role of a Municipality?
What makes up a municipality and what is its function? This is the question we explore in this edition of Democracy in Action as Radio
Muslims’ Duty to Participate in Elections
The South Muslim Network (SAMNET) is urging all citizens to register to vote in the upcoming municipal elections, and has underlined the responsibility of Muslims
Most Parties Still Fail to Disclose Funding Sources
A total of 502 political parties haven’t disclosed their funders to the Independent Electoral Commission(IEC), with the EFF amongst the parties who flouted a requirement
