South Africa and the Political Party Funding Act
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Contributor(s): | South Africa’s national election on 29 May is likely to be the most competitive one since the end of apartheid. One of the critical issues in the election is the Political Party Funding Act that came into force in 2021 and transformed the country’s political finance landscape. Visit our dedicated hub showcasing LSE research and expertise on global politics through short films, blogs, articles and events here.
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