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- The 2024 general elections could see the ANC lose its majority after being at the helm for three decades, which means the country could see a national coalition government for the first time.
- If you an eligible voter and plan to make your mark on 29 May, News24 wants to hear your take on the 2024 polls.
- Email your essays to opinions@news24.com and you could have your views published on our website.
On 29 May, voters will head to the polls to make their mark in the country's general elections.
This year is regarded as a milestone election as it coincides with South Africa's celebration of 30 years of democracy.
It could also see the ANC lose its majority after being at the helm for three decades, which means the country could see a national coalition government for the first time.
Much has been said about the significance of year's vote and why voter turnout is a crucial factor. In 1994, 86.6% of registered voters made their mark. In the last national elections in 2019, voter turnout had declined to 66.1%.
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If the recent municipal election figures are anything to go by, there is huge cause for concern for the upcoming elections. The 2021 voter turnout was only 45.86%. If this trend continues, there will be fewer people actively involved in shaping democracy in South Africa.
If you are an eligible voter and you have decided to make your mark on the 29 May, we would like to hear from you.
News24 wants to know your stance and get a grasp of the reasons why you have decided to vote.
Write to us and your view could appear on News24's website in the run-up to the polls under the theme: "Why I choose to vote".
You can email your submission to opinions@news24.com and opinions editor Vanessa Banton will get back to you if your submission is successful. Your submission must be 250-500 words. Please include your name, province and a head-and-shoulders picture of yourself.
