South Africa's Coalitions Bill: Stabilizing Hung Councils
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South Africas Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, announces that the Municipal Structures Amendment Bill, or Coalitions Bill, will receive final approval before the next local government elections. This bill aims to stabilize hung councils by establishing clear guidelines for coalition formation, including a one percent vote threshold for parties to gain council seats and a cap on no-confidence motions. However, experts caution that these changes could potentially cause more instability if deemed unconstitutional by the courts. Meanwhile, the Electoral Matters Amendment Bill seeks to make parties renew registrations yearly, eliminating those that fail to adhere to administrative rules. The department plans to finalize adjustments and submit both bills to Cabinet for approval in April, ensuring they shape the upcoming elections.
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