South Africans will go to the polls again on May 29 in what many believe will be the most important election since the first democratic elections in 1994. email and guardianhas teamed up with the University of Fort Hare to host a must-see election debate to navigate the political, economic and ethical crossroads facing the country.
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The town hall debate, scheduled for April 17, 2024 at the University of Fort Hare, will be attended by executives from the country's largest political parties and is a pivotal event in the run-up to the election.
Panelists include::
- ANC Vice President paul mashatil,
- Vice Chairman, Economic Freedom Fighters Floyd Shivambu,
- Democratic Alliance Chief Whip Siviwe Gwalbe,
- Deputy leader of the Inkatha Freedom Party Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi and,
- ActionSA Eastern Cape Premier Candidate Atholl Trollip
The University of Fort Hare, once a bellwether of African leadership and scholarship, serves as the perfect backdrop for this important conversation. Following the success of the first Town Hall at the University of Limpopo, the Fort Hare event promises to be equally enlightening and engaging.
Please join us in this important conversation. Share your thoughts and questions with our panelists on social media platforms.
South Africa is celebrating 30 years of democracy and this election debate in Fort Hare is more than just a debate. It is a pivotal moment of reflection, decision-making and shaping the future of the country.