2024 Elections Training

Overview of this module: The constitutional rights of voters, and the constitutional and legislative framework applicable to elections. The role and functions of key electoral institutions such as the Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa (“IEC”) and Electoral Court. How the mixed-voting system of proportional representation (“PR”) and first-past-the-post (“FPTP”) (ward candidates) works in South […]

Overview of this module: The international law framework on the role of the media and the importance of access to information during elections. The regulatory framework and key provisions on elections relating to print and online media. The regulatory framework and key provisions on elections relating to broadcast media. Practical guidance for journalists covering the […]

Overview of this module: Introduction to disinformation; The shortcomings of the term ‘fake news’, and alternative terminology to be used; The different regional and regulatory responses to address disinformation, and the measures being implemented in South Africa to address disinformation online during the elections and during the COVID-19 pandemic; The standard of care required by […]