Ipsos: 55% of registered voters distrust South Africa’s local governments
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A study by Ipsos reveals a significant crisis of trust in South Africa's local governments. More than half of registered voters express distrust in these governing bodies. This sentiment stems from years of failed promises and corruption. Voters are also reacting to a history of poor service delivery. These issues have become clear during local government elections. Many citizens are now demanding change.
South Africa's local government elections have exposed a deep crisis of trust, with voters demanding change after years of poor service delivery, corruption and broken promises. An Ipsos study found that 55% of registered voters distrust their local governments.