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Ten years into the 'new' South Africa, how does democracy function? This volume provides a retrospective on a decade of elections and democracy in South Africa. The book analyzes the evolution of the party system and electoral campaigns; tracks changes in public opinion and voter motivations; assesses the political implications of socioeconomic change; depicts the evolution of parliament and the electoral system; probes the often-tense relationship between media and government; analyzes the institutionalization the Independent Electoral Commission; and, finally, argues that South Africa is witnessing a 'normalization' of politics. The book speaks to a broad range of topics, all linked through the electoral theme, which get to the heart of many issues in contemporary South African politics.

This comparative study brings together academics and practitioners who work in the field of media and elections to provide a set of national case studies and an analysis of the legal and regulatory frameworks that are employed by nation states to ensure that the media perform according to certain standards during election periods. In setting out the legal and regulatory framework each chapter provides an account of the socio-political conditions and media environment in each of the countries and subsequently details the laws that govern the print and broadcast media during election campaign periods. The countries included are France, Germany, Italy, Russia, South Africa, the United States, and the United Kingdom. A set of reflections by a Member of the European Parliament and a set of recommendations for good practice in media and elections are also included. Thus, the book is organized to provide a practical guide so that it can be used as a handbook. Contents: D. Ward, Introduction. T. Perruci, M. Villa, Italy. L.L. Kaid, C.A. Jones United States of America. H. Drück, Germany. A.S. de Beer, South Africa. E. Mauboussin, France. D. Skillen, Russia. A. McNicholas, D. Ward, United Kingdom. K. Junker, Notes From an Election Observer. D. Ward, Conclusion. B-P. Lange, Media and Elections: Some Reflections and Recommendations. Appendices: Internet Sources for Electoral Legislation, Regulation, and Court Decisions. The European Institute for the Media--Media and Democracy Programme. List of Media-Monitoring Missions Conducted by the Media and Democracy Programme of the European Institute for the Media.

Using data from a nationally representative post-election public opinion survey, the article argues that the electoral losses experienced by the African National Congress (ANC) in the 2016 municipal election were a manifestation of an attitudinal shift among the governing party's traditional support base. ANC vote choice was influenced by a combination of performance-based evaluations of the party at both the national and local levels: namely, a growing trust deficit in the ANC and its leadership, and perceived service delivery failures at the local level. The analysis concludes that poor performance and distrust of incumbents, including a sitting president, can have a significant bearing on voter attitudes and behaviour at elections. Moreover, despite the replacement of Jacob Zuma with President Cyril Ramaphosa in December 2017, the ANC will need to continue to address its internal leadership issues and perceptions of corruption to secure substantial victories in future elections.

The book interrogates the relationship between democracy and development and how underdevelopment prevents citizens from participating in democracy. Section One is a collection of experts writing on key issues such as the single-party state; development policy; poverty, inequality and growth; the institutions of governance; the public service; and the role of civil society. Section Two, Idasas Democracy Index 2010, releases Idasas findings on Participation, Elections, Accountability, Political Freedom, Human Dignity and Democracy. The third in Idasas Democracy Index series, this book argues that democracy needs economic development along with an embedded system of institutions, supported by active citizens and a vibrant political culture.

South Africa's second one-person-one-vote elections were held in Jun 1999, and it was announced that the African National Congress (ANC) had won the election with 66.3% of the vote. The collapse of support for the National Party (NP), the rise of the Democratic Party (DP) and the failure of the United Democratic Movement (UDM) to attract as many votes as anticipated were the surprises of the election.

The question of whether South Africa's 2004 election will solidify democracy in the nation is addressed. Analysis of 1999 election results & current public opinion data is performed to predict outcomes for the African National Congress & several opposition parties in the 2004 election. Three issues that will likely influence the election outcomes are identified: (1) the willingness of opposition-party voters to support the New National Party, which advocates an alliance with the African National Congress; (2) the intensification of political tensions in KwaZulu Natal between rival political parties; & (3) the role of print & broadcast media in presenting balanced coverage of all parties. The implications of South Africa's system for allocating public funds to political parties based on previous election outcomes for preserving democracy are then contemplated. J. W. Parker

\"South Africa has been urged to implement artificial intelligence (AI) in upcoming elections to overcome the growing potential for human error.\" (AllAfrica.com) This article discusses South Africa's general election, which was \"marred by some irregularities,\" and the implications of how AI could help deter voting fraud.

\"South Africa plans to complete the most tangible part of its democratic transformation with the election of municipal councilors to represent every village from the Kalahari Desert in the north to the winelands in the south.\" (CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR) Learn how these democratically-elected leaders will challenge traditional tribal leaders' authority. Comments from leaders on both sides of this debate are presented and the power struggle between democracy and tribal culture in South Africa is explained.