Erosion Of Public Trust In Leaders Set To Undermine 2009 Elections In South Afric

As South Africa prepares for its fourth national and provincial elections in 2009 it is vital that leaders embrace the ‘politics of principle’ that underpin South Africa’s constitutional democracy. Without clear commitments by the new ANC leadership towards ethical conduct in public office, levels of trust in politicians are likely to decrease, further alienating voters.

Source: Institute for Security Studies