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OPINION | Siyabulela Fobosi: Navigating the promises and realities of the 2024 general election

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The Ungqeqe Bridge in the Emalahleni Local Municipality of the Eastern Cape collapsed last year. (GroundUp,Yonela Ngqukuvana)
The Ungqeqe Bridge in the Emalahleni Local Municipality of the Eastern Cape collapsed last year. (GroundUp,Yonela Ngqukuvana)

While several advances have been made under the sixth administration, rural areas are often left out of development plans, argues Siyabulela Fobosi. He hopes this changes after the upcoming general election.

South Africa is at a pivotal point in its history, juggling several difficulties while pursuing progress and development as it prepares for national elections on 29 May.

Over the past five years, the sixth administration has experienced both success and failures. 

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