Party manifestos for the third local government elections, 18 May 2011

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2011

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Community Law Centre, University of the Western Cape

Abstract

With the 2011 local government elections set for 18 May, political parties are preparing their party policies and manifestos in a bid to woo voters. A survey of the party manifestos and statements ahead of the elections reveals five main themes: local economic development; improving access to municipal service delivery; community safety; community participation and involvement; and curbing corruption and strengthening local governance'.

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Party, Manifesto, Local government, Elections

Citation

Ntliziywana, P. and Bosire, C. (2011). Party manifestos for the third local government elections, 18 May 2011. Local Government Bulletin, 13(1) 8-11