There Will Be Elections... An Evaluation of the Local Government Elections in South Africa

Following the 1995/6 local government elections in South Africa, CORE used a consultative approach to conduct an evaluation of the management of those elections. CORE held workshops in each of the nine provinces with key stakeholders in the election process including election administrators, monitors, security services, political parties and civil society organisations. CORE also convened a series of specialist workshops on specific topics such as voter education, the roles and responsibilities of political parties, election administration, problems of holding elections in rural areas, the role of the media, the role of youth, the role of women, and so on.

This volume provides an in-depth analysis of crucial aspects of preparing for and managing elections in South Africa. The lessons and recommendations which emerged are may also be relevant for other emerging democracies.Date published: 1996