The perceived fulfilled or unfulfilled past promises will significantly influence whether the glass is half empty or half full, ultimately determining the candidate choice for each voter.
The 2024 election this week is likened to the 1994 one as more people, especially the youth, are expected to go to the polls in numbers greater than recent elections in democratic SA.
Gauteng residents voice disillusionment with political promises, citing lack of job opportunities, inadequate infrastructure, and poor service delivery as reasons for not voting in the national and provincial elections. Some acknowledge improvements like NSFAS but remain sceptical due to ongoing issues.