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In South Africa, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom supports pioneering empirical research projects, publications and roundtable discussions that provide an alternative platform for debate and the free exchange of ideas.
These activities address the social and economic challenges facing South Africa as it continues to develop. They aim to offer practical policy recommendations and solutions.Well-researched studies and recommendations strengthen public awareness of issues concerning South Africa’s political and economic development.
An important part of the Foundation's work focuses on collaboration with the Democratic Alliance (DA) - South Africa's liberal voice.
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'Gauteng Can Work'
Last week the Daily Maverick kicked off its inaugural election debate at The Forum, in Johannesburg. The event supported by the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom sparked new hope among participants after an informative debate between candidates running for Premier in the province. The Gauteng premier candidates from the Democratic Alliance, ActionSA, Rise Mzansi and Build One South Africa all agree that the province’s infrastructure has been neglected over the years, crime and corruption have festered, and ethically compromised people have been appointed to key positions.
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In search of a political match
South Africa goes to the polls on May 29, 2024, as part of the upcoming parliamentary/National and provincial elections. After 30 years of government by Nelson Mandela's party, the African National Congress (ANC), and at the same time, 30 years after the first democratic elections, the party landscape appears more diverse and dynamic. The result of the polls is more uncertain than ever before.
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Women in Leadership Series Kicks Off in Cape Town
Last week The Friedrich Naumann Foundation (FNF) in South Africa launched its first-ever Women in Leadership Networking Series at its Cape Town Office, the Liberal Workshop. This event hosted every First Thursday as part of Cape Town's vibrant cultural scene, aims to motivate and empower women of all ages across South Africa.
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Leaders Converge to Discuss South Africa's Future
With South Africa being in an election year, the focus of this year's Daily Maverick The Gathering was on prospects after the elections on 29 May. Leaders from what is called "new politics" engaged in discussing what they perceive as wrong with South Africa and how they plan to "fix, save, and rescue" the country from what they called a "morally corrupt government" led by the ruling party, the African National Congress.
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Alice in Wonderland?
President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered his potentially last State of the Nation Address (SONA) as the country stands just a few months away from national elections. While he emphasises progress, critics see a reality far from the proclaimed successes. Corruption, unemployment, and a persistent energy crisis cast doubt and could shake confidence in the ruling party. The SONA is always held at the beginning of the year and is considered a significant political event in South Africa.
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Why Vote?
This initiative is part of the FNF Liberal Workshop's campaign aimed at encouraging the youth to vote. According to voter registration statistics, a staggering 14 million South African youth remain unregistered as voters. The potential impact of these young voices cannot be understated; if they were to register and vote, they have the power to reshape the face of South African politics. In South Africa, the Friedrich Naumann Foundation supports pioneering empirical research projects, publications, and roundtable discussions that offer an alternative platform for debate and the free exchange of ideas.
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Why we need to take sides
The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom opens its new office in Johannesburg at a time when there is much debate about the value of that very freedom. A value, that is indispensable for the self determined development of human beings and for democracy. The list of dictatorial regimes that oppress their people remains consistently long. African countries such as the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ethiopia, Libya and the Central African Republic are consumed by brutal civil wars.
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