MandateMeter of the Nation tracks the pulse of South Africa’s democracy. From past elections to present trust scores, this is where the mandate lives—or falls short
From national elections to coalition math, from public trust in laws to the outcomes of high-profile inquiries—MandateMeter distills the state of South Africa’s democracy into one clear question: who truly holds the public mandate? This page brings together past results, present sentiment, and future possibilities, all measured through the lens of trust.
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The 20219 General Elections gave of a glimpse into a future of coalition government.
MandateMeter: 2019 vs Today

General Elections 2019 Results: 2019
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