Election Brief: The Youth Vote

10 February 2012

The Idasa, an African Democracy Institute is an independent public interest organisation committed to promoting sustainable democracy based on active citizenship, democratic institutions, and social justice.

Election Brief: The Youth Vote

INSTITUTE FOR DEMOCRACY IN SOUTH AFRICA

Published 21 Apr 2009

Article by: Idasa, an African Democracy Institute

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South Africa like most developing nations has a high proportion of its population falling into the category of 'youth'. Although young black South Afrians played a significant role in the struggle against apartheid, subsequently their role in shaping socio-economic and political outcomes has diminished. This year, the 'youth' of South Africa have elicited considerable attention because of their high rates of voter registration and the potential impact they may have on determining the outcome of the elections. Moreover, the increasing power of the youth league wihtin the ANC, particularly the role they played in ensuring the ascension of Jacob Zuma to the presidency of the ANC has highlighted the need to acknowledge and understand the role that they play in South African politics. Globally, the Obama campaigns success at attracting the youth vore resurrected the constituency's importance in determining election outcomes...

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By Neeta Misra-Dexter of Idasa

Edited by: Creamer Media Reporter

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