IEC warns democracy at risk as voter trust hits historic lows

Author: Siyamtanda CapaPublished on: September 23, 2026Country: South Africa

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IEC warns democracy at risk as voter trust hits historic lows

The IEC has warned that democracy is at risk as voter trust reaches historic lows. The decline in confidence threatens the legitimacy of electoral processes and political stability. The organization calls for increased transparency and citizen engagement to safeguard democracy.

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