“Tryna Secure Generational Wealth”: Mixed Reactions as 52 Political Parties Vie For the South African Presidential Seat

Crowded Ballot: A Record 52 Parties Vie for South African Presidential Seat

As South Africans gear up for the general elections today, a voters roll showing the large number of candidates vying for the presidential seat has emerged on social media.

There are 52 parties on this election’s national ballot, including former President Jacob Zuma’s new party uMkhonto weSizwe (MK).

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Millions of South Africans Head to the Polls in Pivotal General Election

The people of South Africa are heading to the polls today for a highly anticipated general election, seen as a pivotal moment since the end of apartheid rule.

This marks the seventh nationwide vote since South Africa transitioned to democracy 30 years ago.

Record 52 Parties on the Ballot for South Africa’s 2024 Presidential Election

A voters roll showing all the presidential candidates has sparked a buzz on social media. An astounding 52 individuals are vying for the presidency in this election.

The sheer scale of the presidential race is notable, with more than five dozen candidates from various political parties putting their names forward.

Here is a look at all the 52 political party candidates who are contesting for the presidential seat

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Reactions From Voters on the Unprecedented Number of Presidential Candidates

The voter’s roll detailing the lengthy list of 52 presidential candidates has prompted a mixed public reaction across South Africa. Many citizens have expressed reservations about the unprecedented scale of the race for the nation’s top office.

Numerous Mzansi netizens took to social media to voice their concerns, arguing that the ballot should feature a more manageable number of candidates, perhaps around 10 rather than over 50. The sheer volume of presidential hopefuls, they contended, risks sowing confusion and making it difficult for voters to make an informed choice.

Here are some of the reactions

@_BigSexy;

But the fact that we have 52 parties on the ballot paper is actually some bullshit tho & 52 are just those who made it to the ballot, there’s actually more 😂

@DlaminiDukani;

So many parties. This shows that our country isn’t governed properly

@undath3radarr;

might as well start yo own coz damn 52???yesis

@callsignkong

Families tryna secure generational wealth

@Sibusis;

We need less than 10 political parties going forward, this is not on like yini engaka ngabo bonke

@Bohlale_Makapan;

It’s job creation for them(politicians)…. people will vote for them to earn millions n thousands yearly in parliament while the voters remain extremely poor

@BBMBrandBuilder;

They are there to divide the Black vote. White people only vote for FF+ and DA . The another 50 is to dilute our votes.