Beyond the Ballot : Lincoln Machaba (Action SA)

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Ever thought about why political opposition parties were positioned around “Fixing” or “Rescuing" South Africa during the 2024 General Elections? Join Bafana Modise as he chats with Lincoln Machaba reviewing Action SA’s election’ strategy, the number of seats earned in parliament, their participation in the Standing Committee on Public Account and their plans in the next five years in parliament.

15 Jul English South Africa Government · Society & Culture

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