Civil society objects to electoral reform panel
Some members lack the independence and open-mindedness needed for the task, 18 organisations say
19 May 2024 - 19:30
Eighteen civil society organisations have expressed concern that some members of Electoral Reform Consultation Panel approved by the National Assembly last week lack the necessary independence and open-mindedness for the task.
The members of the panel were selected by home affairs minister Aaron Motsoaledi in consultation with the Electoral Commission of SA (IEC) and endorsed by parliament’s home affairs committee...
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