The South African Constitution champions a government based on the will of the people, expressed through citizen participation in elections. However, recent protests against illegal immigration and the government's response reveal a dysfunctional democracy, sparking a fundamental debate about the universal application of law and the role of active citizenry. Read the full article
Active citizenry is not xenophobia
The South African Constitution champions a government based on the will of the people, expressed through citizen participation in elections. However, recent protests against illegal immigration and the government's response reveal a dysfunctional democracy, sp...
The South African Constitution champions a government based on the will of the people, expressed through citizen participation in elections. However, recent protests against illegal immigration and the government's response reveal a dysfunctional democracy, sparking a fundamental debate about the universal application of law and the role of active citizenry.
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- Published
- July 23, 2026
- Last updated
- October 16, 2026
- Written by
- Wade Wilson
- Category
- Politics
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