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BEYOND THE X - Are we ready for what comes after 4 November?

We co-hosted this event with Defend Our Democracy, the Catholic Parliamentary Liaison Office, the Campaign for Digital Ethics (C.O.D.E.), and the Johannesburg Crisis Alliance last night.

Event: The engaging event at a beautiful modern venue in Rosebank, Johannesburg found keen interest with the large, diverse audience

The engaging event at a beautiful modern venue in Rosebank, Johannesburg found keen interest with the large, diverse audience

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What awaits us after South Africa’s upcoming local government elections? More of the same, or a path towards better governance?

Our panel brought together:

  • Ann Bernstein, Executive Director, Centre for Development and Enterprise
  • Dr Trevor Ngwane, Senior Lecturer & Director, Centre for Sociological Research and Practice (CSRP), University of Johannesburg
  • Dr Len Mortimer, Senior Lecturer, School of Public Leadership at Stellenbosch University, and former Municipal Manager
  • Lisa SEFTEL, Joburg Crisis Alliance Steering Committee Member and former Executive Director for Transport, City of Johannesburg

Moderated by Daily Maverick’s Ferial Haffajee, the discussion tackled the big questions:

  • Can we still fix local government and metros like Johannesburg that are too big to fail?
  • How can we build sustainable municipalities that work for everyone?
  • What is the best way for civil society to hold politicians accountable and drive change?

„It starts with you. Use your vote wisely!” — Ann Bernstein

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT - Watch the full conversation here: