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News from #Africa: Winds of change in #SouthAfrica? South Africans vote on Wednesday in a highly significant election, with polls open from 7am for 27 million registered voters to elect a new parliament, which will then choose a president. For the first time since 1994, the African National Congress risks losing its majority and may need to form a coalition. Many citizens are frustrated by high unemployment (32.9%), crime, corruption, power cuts, and water shortages. The economy grew just 0.6% in 2023. Voter turnout, which has been declining since 1999, could be crucial; it was 66% in 2019. Voters will also choose provincial legislatures, with full results expected by the weekend.
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