Opinion

HAVE YOUR SAY: We asked local residents why they believe it is important to register to vote for the upcoming elections

With voter registration soon opening we asked shoppers why they thought it was important to register to vote.

September 16, 2021

Heather Djunga Less than a minute

BERNARD MGOTA: It makes me happy to be able to vote. I believe it is important and gives me a voice.

With voter registration soon opening we asked local shoppers in Balfour Park and Linksfield why they thought it was important to register to vote.

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NANZA NKWANYANE: I am neutral. I believe we are all citizens of one kingdom, the kingdom belonging to God.

MELANIE OLHAUS: No change will happen in South Africa unless we vote to make a change.

HONEY ALI: It gives me a voice.

LEAH MATLALA: Voting is my chance to stand up for what I believe in. There are so many different people in South Africa. This is each person’s chance to have their voice heard.

BERNARD MGOTA: It makes me happy to be able to vote. I believe it is important and gives me a voice.

WILMA VISSER: It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure positive change occurs.

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