Ramaphosa: ‘There’ll be no electricity if you don’t vote ANC’

Outcome

Overview

The complaint is about an article said to be spreading misinformation.

Background & Outcome

This falls within the ambit of campaigning. Reporting on political party electioneering by journalists is part of the democratic process like Justine stated. On his election campaign tour, Cyril Ramaphosa frequently reminded communities that only the ANC can solve the load-shedding situation. This particular news story has been covered by a number of media outlets, including News24, and has also trended on Twitter : https://www.news24.com/news24/southafrica/news/ramaphosa-tells-frustrated-soweto-residents-only-the-anc-can-solve-electricity-woes-20211025.

30 October 2021 10:53:39|Logged by: RampershadN||This falls within the ambit of campaigning.|| Secretariat Recommendation:

["ELECTION DISINFORMATION"]

Actions taken: ["RESOLUTION"]

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