Post elections: First session of South Africa’s sixth Parliament
The first session of South Africa’s sixth Parliament took place on Wednesday, 14 days after the national and provincial elections results were released by the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC).
The election buzz is...
International Day of Living Together in Peace
On May 16th the world observed International Day of Living together in Peace as declared by the United Nations (UN) General-Assembly. In making this declaration, the UN hoped to encourage citizens of the world...
#Flashback: Nakba Day 2018
On 14 May 2018, the world heard about the Gaza Massacre that claimed the lives of nearly 60 Palestinians and left almost 2000 injured. The following day was Nakba Day and worldwide #GreatReturnMarches took place....
14 parties to make up Parliament
This year's national elections had the highest number of contesting parties, 14 of them secured seats in parliament's 400.
This year's national elections had the highest number of contesting parties, 14 of them secured seats...
Three peace events to look out for globally
As we highlight peace events from across the globe, this week we take a look at three particular peace events to look out for in different parts of the world this month.
Starting in Canada...
#Elections19: As we wait for the dust to settle
It's been almost 48 hours since the voting polls closed on 8 May and the whole of South
Africa eagerly awaits the results for the 2019 General Election. This year, the majority of South Africans aren't...
#Elections19: What ANC stands for
The African National Congress (ANC) is one of South Africa’s longest running political parties. Established in 1912, it is the only party that has repeatedly knocked out its opponents since contending in the first...
#Elections19: What IFP stands for
The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), aka the Zulu-nation party, is also a top contender for the 2019 national elections. Led by veteran political jabber, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, IFP was founded in 1975 with the...
#Elections19: What EFF stands for
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) is about to enter their second round of the national elections since their establishment in 2013.
The party is led by former African National Congress (ANC) youth leader, Julius Malema,...
#Elections19: What DA stands for
The Democratic Alliance (DA), the second largest political party in South Africa, will once again fighting for a shot at the ruling party title in the 2019 elections on 8 May.
Established in 2000, the...
