Should the local government elections be postponed?

In the United Democratic Movement versus the President of the Republic of South Africa ZACC 21; 2003 SA 495 , the Constitutional Court stated: “A multi-party democracy contemplates a political order in which it is permissible for different political groups to organize, promote their views through public debate and participate in free and fair elections.”

If the elections are not free and fair, it will place our entire democracy and constitutional order at risk.South Africa has been under a national lockdown due the Covid 19 pandemic since March large year, is under the third wave of the pandemic and under national lockdown level two. Established political parties have a footprint in communities. New political parties and independents may have challenges mobilising and campaigning because of lockdown restrictions. Online campaigning is an option. However, the high cost of data and the low broadband in rural areas may be a challenge.The IEC should approach the National Treasury for more funding in order for local government elections to proceed freely and fairly.

Complying with the restrictions may prolong the estimated time a voter will spend in a voting centre and, therefore, the IEC should consider holding the election over two days.

Proper Environment like the Gatherings of EFF will be Suitable

If people can stand in line for SASSA, the voting lines will be a breeze .. more people on welfare than votes given to ANC.

NO

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