African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP): This party advocates for Christian values and principles in government.
ActionSA: This party focuses on fighting corruption and promoting good governance.
Al-Jama-ah (ALJAMA AH): This party represents the interests of the Muslim community in South Africa.
African National Congress (ANC): This party has been in power since the end of apartheid and is known for its social welfare programs.
Democratic Alliance (DA): This party is the main opposition party and advocates for a more liberal approach to governance.
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF): This party is known for its radical economic policies and its focus on land reform.
Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP): This party is primarily based in KwaZulu-Natal and advocates for the interests of the Zulu people.
United Democratic Movement (UDM): This party is a smaller party that advocates for social justice and equality.
National Freedom Party (NFP): This party is also based in KwaZulu-Natal and advocates for the interests of the Zulu people.
African People’s Convention (APC): This party is a smaller party that advocates for the interests of the African people.
Congress of the People (COPE): This party was formed by former members of the ANC and advocates for a more democratic approach to governance.
Freedom Front Plus (FF+): This party is a right-wing party that advocates for the interests of Afrikaners.
African Transformation Movement (ATM): This party is a smaller party that advocates for social justice and equality.
Good Party: This party is a smaller party that advocates for good governance and accountability.
Patriotic Alliance (PA): This party is a smaller party that advocates for the interests of the working class.
African Independent Congress (AIC): This party is a smaller party that advocates for the interests of the African people.
United Christian Democratic Party (UCDP): This party is a smaller party that advocates for Christian values and principles in government.
African Christian Alliance (ACA): This party is a smaller party that advocates for Christian values and principles
Cyril Ramaphosa: The current President of South Africa, he is a member of the African National Congress (ANC). He is known for his role in the anti-apartheid movement and his business acumen.
Jacob Zuma: The former President of South Africa, he was also a member of the ANC and now the MK Party. He is known for his controversial policies and his involvement in corruption scandals.
Thabo Mbeki: The former President of South Africa, he is also a member of the ANC. He is known for his focus on economic development and his role in the fight against HIV/AIDS.
Helen Zille: The former Premier of the Western Cape, she is a member of the Democratic Alliance (DA). She is known for her liberal views and her focus on good governance.
Mmusi Maimane: The former Leader of the DA, he is known for his focus on social justice and his efforts to broaden the appeal of the DA.
Julius Malema: The Leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), he is known for his radical economic policies and his focus on land reform.
John Steenhuisen: The current Leader of the DA, he is known for his focus on good governance and his efforts to unite the party.
Mangosuthu Buthelezi: The Leader of the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), he is known for his role in the Zulu nationalist movement and his efforts to promote peace and reconciliation.
Patricia de Lille: The former Mayor of Cape Town, she is a member of the Good Party. She is known for her focus on good governance and her efforts to fight corruption.
Lindiwe Sisulu: A former Minister of Tourism, she is a member of the ANC. She is known for her outspoken views on social justice and her support for land reform.
1994: South Africa held its first democratic election under an interim Constitution. The African National Congress (ANC) won with a 62% majority. This marked the official end of apartheid rule, and Nelson Mandela was sworn in as the country’s first Black president.
1999: Thabo Mbeki was sworn in as South Africa’s second post-apartheid president, succeeding Nelson Mandela.
2009: Jacob Zuma became the fourth president of South Africa, succeeding Thabo Mbeki.
2018: Cyril Ramaphosa became the fifth president of South Africa, succeeding Jacob Zuma.
2024: This year marks the 30th anniversary of South Africa’s first democratic elections.
Justice Malala: is a renowned South African political commentator, newspaper columnist, and best-selling author.
Adrian Saville: is an economist and political analyst.
Ralph Mathekga: is a political analyst.
Ongama Mtimka: is a political analyst.
Dawie Roodt: is an economist and political analyst.
Bruce Whitfield: is a journalist and political commentator.
Ferial Haffajee: is a journalist and political commentator.
Mzukisi Qobo: is a political analyst.
Daniel Silke: is recognized as one of South Africa’s leading political economy analysts and most passionate keynote speakers.
Amahle Gebane: is a political commentator on TikTok who is combating voter disinterest among young people.
JJ Tabane: is a South African communications strategist, political commentator, businessman, and television presenter. He is a former government spokesman.
Ayanda Sishi Wigzell: is a freelance journalist and a political and social commentator.
Trevor Noah: is a South African comedian, television host, political commentator, and author.
The Social Justice Initiative: is a non-profit organization established in 2013 that mobilizes resources for social justice work in South Africa.
Oxfam South Africa: is a social justice organization that works at the intersection of poverty and inequality.
The Institute for Social Development and Justice: is a South African non-profit registered company focused on addressing domestic abuse with a focus on economic justice.
Sonke Gender Justice: is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that works for just, democratic societies and equitable, healthy relationships between men, women, and young people.
The Socio-Economic Rights Institute: of South Africa is a public interest law center that provides dedicated socio-economic rights assistance to individuals, communities, and social movements.
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SABC News: YouTube is the online news portal of South Africa’s public broadcaster.
Politics: TimesLIVE is a news website that provides the latest news from South Africa, World, Politics, Entertainment and Lifestyle.
Latest SA Politics News & Headlines: IOL is a news website that provides the latest South African politics news including stories, analysis and opinion on local government, Parliament and party politics.
South African politics: News, Research and Analysis is a website that provides news, research and analysis on South African politics.
SABC News – YouTube: is the online news portal of South Africa’s public broadcaster.
Eyewitness News – YouTube: features a show called “Politricking with Tshidi Madia” where the latest political news is explained and top South African politicians are interviewed.
GovernmentZA – YouTube: is the official YouTube channel of the Government of South Africa.
Eyewitness News – YouTube: features a show called “Politricking with Tshidi Madia” where the latest political news is explained and top South African politicians are interviewed.
Democratic Alliance – YouTube: features breaking news, updates on the DA’s priorities for growth, and information on the EFF’s Busisiwe Mkhwebane.
Fox News – YouTube: is a 24-hour all-encompassing news service dedicated to delivering breaking news as well as political and business news.
MSNBC – YouTube: is the premier destination for in-depth analysis of the news, insightful political commentary, and diverse perspectives.
The Daily Show – YouTube: An Emmy and Peabody Award-winning program analyzing the biggest stories in news, politics, and culture through a sharp, satirical lens.
The Other News CTV – YouTube: The Other News is a Political Satire TV Show that takes a reality-based look at news, trends, politics, breaking events, etc. with another angle.
Jonathan Pie – YouTube: UK News reporter Jonathan Pie brutally honest views on the world of politics.
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The Onion: This website is considered the most popular satire news site on the internet. It features satirical news stories, articles, and videos that often poke fun at current events and political figures.
The Daily Mash: This UK-based website offers satirical news stories, articles, and videos that often target British politics and culture.
ClickHole: This website is known for its humorous and often absurd articles that parody popular culture and internet trends.
The Borowitz Report: This website features satirical news stories and articles that often focus on American politics and culture.
The Glorious American: This website is a satirical blog that often targets American politics and culture.
Humor Times: This website is a satirical blog that often targets American politics and culture.
The Daily Nooze: This website is a satirical blog that often targets American politics and culture.
Roy F. McCampbell’s Blog: This website is a satirical blog that often targets American politics and culture.
The Daily Mash » Politics: This website is a satirical blog that often targets British politics and culture.
DogFacePonia: This website is a satirical blog that often targets American politics and culture.
The Fauxy: This website is a satirical news site that often targets Indian politics and culture.
Topeka News: This website is a satirical news site that often targets American politics and culture.
The True North Times: This website is a satirical news site that often targets Canadian politics and culture.
The UnReal Times: This website is a satirical news site that often targets Indian politics and culture.
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China: You have two cows. You post their pics all over social media, then sell people fake milk.
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Chow – to eat / food. Often used when talking about food, this term can be used as a verb, meaning to eat, or when talking about the food itself.Example: “Let’s chow my bru!” / “This chow is spicy!”