Africa is doing rounds of headlines again ascribing to its most recent upsurge of protests and anti-government movements.
The third largest party in the country namely EFF is one of the radical oppositions that is leaving no stone unturned to speak their voices out in protest. Addressing their perpetual condition of plight and distress seems to be the significant highlight. Moreover, frequent power cuts resulting in blackouts, existing corruption-induced malpractices, inflation, and unemployment have led scores of people out into the streets.
The African nation has long fought for justice concerning discrimination and post-apartheid effects. The protests are not only concentrated in South Africa but also extended to Tunisia and Senegal.
Demonstrators on streets
Protests concerning economic woes are pivotal as these are central to thriving and sustaining a basic life. Besides discrepancies in these sectors, the protestors are out in the streets with banners and slogans to bring down the President from his position. Now, this calls for an earnest deep introspection of the matter, unlike the claims of the ruling party who have been persistently condemning the protests.
As far as the protests are concerned, the national shutdown has not been identified as illegal by the court. This leads to a much significant revelation that some serious crises are sure to be prevalent in governance. Besides, it is quite democratic of the constitution of Africa to guarantee rights to individuals to protest any issues and voice their opinion. Here, the EFF being the dominant voice owes much credibility for any mishaps that might occur. For this significant reason among many others, protests are unhindered unless demonstrations are peaceful and non-aggressive. It also ought not to bear any impact on everyday activities which ensures striking a significant balance.
Current Scenario and Future
Despite such stringent measures it is quite natural to expect the occurrence of a minimum amount of violence. Incidentally, as per media reports, clashes between demonstrators and protestors have been reported in Johannesburg. Bus attacks have led to the shutdown of bus services from Putco. This might affect transportation facilities and fuss-free commuting may fall heavily among people.
The underlying corruption and malpractices may lead the present African President Ramaphosa in an uncertain position to get a seat in the next elections. Post protests over distressing power cut the administration tried to reduce following the creation of the Minister of Electricity in Ramaphosa’s presidential cabinet.
A considerable amount of security forces has also been deployed to manage situations that might go uncontrollable as a bout of the protests. The outcome of such protests ought to bear relevance in any way possible. In order to meet the ends of the demonstrators, the problems of power-cuts and other issues ought to be immediately addressed.
