New parties purporting to have young voters at the centre of their political offerings, and which claim they support the empowerment of women, are all led by middle-aged men who have a supporting cast of younger people and women in leadership positions.
As we adapt to changes in our electoral system and anticipate historic shifts in governance, we should also remain vigilant about the dangers to the poll posed by misinformation and organised disinformation, writes Lindiwe Mazibuko.
Opposition poses no real threat to ANC iol.co.za - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from iol.co.za Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.