State of Democracy in a changing global landscape
It was fitting that the 2016 Democracy Works, State of Democracy debate was held at Lilliesleaf Farm, the place where struggle stalwarts who became…
William Gumede
2016 annual State of Democracy Debate
This gallery features panelists and audience at our 2016 annual State of Democracy debate held at Liliesleaf, Johannesburg on 28 November. Featuring a panel…
Discussion- Constitution & rule of law as guardians of South Africa’s constitution
Twenty years after the adoption of the first liberal democratic constitution, democracy in South Africa is coming under increasing pressure. Corruption and patronage are…
Debate – #Populism #Democracy, Opportunity or Threat?
As part of the EU Inspiring Thinkers Debate Series the Nelson Mandela Foundation (NMF) and the Delegation of the European Union to South Africa…
Discussion-The implications of the election results on civil society
South Africa’s constitutional democracy is premised on an active and informed citizenry participating in elections. The right to vote is hard-won and the most…
Discussion- Global Risk and Impact: The Future of Politics across the EU and America
Prime Minister Theresa May has been clear that “Brexit means Brexit” and that the UK will make a success of it. How is the…
seminar: behind the numbers- SA’s local election results
The 2016 local government election has been described as a ‘game-changer’. The ANC’s support has dropped below the psychological mark of 60% and the…
THIRD POLITICAL CAFE – 27 JULY 2016: HOW CAN WE, THE PEOPLE HOLD POLITICAL PARTIES ACCOUNTABLE AND DO WE?
Democracy Works Foundation’s third Political Café on 27 July was held at The Bannister Hotel, Braamfontein with a discussion that posed the questions: “How…
second political cafe – 28 June 2016: Social Economic Transformation and Service Delivery
On 28 June, Democracy Works Foundation held their second Political Cafe event at the Bannister Hotel, Braamfontein in Johannesburg. The topic for discussion was:…
SECOND POLITICAL CAFE – 28 JUNE 2016 – PART 4
This video features Part Four of the discussion at our second Political Cafe on 28 June 2016, “The 2016 Municipal Elections- How does socio-economic…