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This article investigates the relationship between unemployment and democracy in South Africa, focusing on its implications for the 2024 elections.

May 24, 2026Open Access

South Africa's unemployment conundrum: implications for the 2024 national elections

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Mixed methods study explores the link between unemployment and voter behaviour in South Africa's 2024 elections, suggesting implications for policy-making.

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This article investigates the relationship between unemployment and democracy in South Africa, focusing on its implications for the 2024 elections.
Mixed methods design including quantitative and qualitative analysis
Exploratory analysis conducted alongside a systematic literature review
High unemployment especially affects young people and marginalized communities
Dissatisfaction from unemployment influenced voter behaviour, potentially altering the political landscape
Understanding the connection between joblessness and democracy is critical for informed policy development

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Human Sciences Research Council (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a12969d48a0ea1665673961 https://doi.org/10.14749/32361453

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Mixed methods study explores the link between unemployment and voter behaviour in South Africa's 2024 elections, suggesting implications for policy-making.

South Africa's unemployment conundrum: implications for the 2024 national elections

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South Africa's unemployment conundrum: implications for the 2024 national elections

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