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Should cryptocurrency be regulated as part of the upcoming Party Funding laws?

by Isam Bartlett | 25 Feb 2021 | General, Party finance, Political Parties, Political Systems | 0 Comments

With the emergence of cryptocurrency as an alternative source of funding for political parties around the world, how will this impact the upcoming Political Party Funding Act? The Political Party Funding Act (PPFA) is set to come into operation on 1 April 2021...

Young South Africans accessing information during the Covid-19 health emergency

by Zaakir Jardine | 24 Feb 2021 | Accessing information, Covid-19, General | 0 Comments

From news reports, “family meetings”, WhatsApp groups to apps, there are various ways in which information about Covid-19 can be accessed. We also need this information in a quick and accurate way in order to help curb the spread of the respiratory infection and...

Intra-party democracy: How political parties can allow for greater accountability

by Robyn Pasensie | 11 Feb 2021 | Intra-Party Democracy, Political Systems | 0 Comments

Corruption, state capture and party funding are phrases that have dominated the South African political space over the years. In 2020 more questions were raised about the depth of collusion, inappropriate financial transactions and less than ideal political dealings...