ANC victory masks deep electoral troubles in Ward 10
By Gcina Ntsaluba While the African National Congress celebrated what it called a “decisive victory” in last week’s Ward 10 by-election, opposition politicians and governance watchdogs are highlighting a very different narrative: one of declining public trust and mounting frustration […]
Dakar Declaration following the 6th International Forum on Participatory Democracy in Africa
The PSAM is a member of the International Observatory of Participatory Democracy (IPOD) which held its 6th International Forum from 4 to 6 November 2025 in Dakar, Senegal. Check out the Dakar Declaration which was arrived at during the engagement.
China steps in after US pulled back
By Asemahle Vumsindo The People’s Republic of China has announced a major funding commitment to support South Africa’s HIV response, pledging $3.49 million (approximately R60 million) through a two-year partnership facilitated by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). […]
PSAM’s bold proposal on local municipalities
PSAM’s bold proposal on local municipalities
Makana Municipality faces allegations of fraud and corruption over missing R2.6m water pump
https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2025-08-02-makana-municipality-faces-allegations-of-fraud-and-corruption-over-missing-r2-6m-water-pump/?dm_source=top_reads_block&dm_medium=card_link&dm_campaign=top_reads&dm_content=nelson_mandela_bay