Thursday, March 17, 2011

Violence and disruptions will be not be tolerated during elections

Lusanda Bill
17 March 2011

Minister in the Presidency Collins Chabane today said in a media briefing that government will not tolerate violence and disruptions during to the elections period.

Chabane said “As the local government elections approach, there have been some sporadic protests which have been accompanied by damage to property”.

People who have registered are being encouraged to vote and elect representatives who would promote their community's interests.

Cabinet has also called on the country to work together to ensure the elections were conducted in a free and fair manner.

Yesterday President Jacob Zuma declared the 18th of May a public holiday.

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