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546 parties, one ballot: Democracy or delusion?

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546 parties, one ballot: Democracy or delusion?

The growing number of political parties contesting South Africa’s local government elections is fuelling concerns about political fragmentation, voter apathy and whether smaller parties can provide credible leadership and effective governance.

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