The right to vote is a powerful part of South Africa’s young democracy.
Yet many people are not planning to register during the national registration weekend from February 8 and 9.
The Courier spoke to numerous North Coast personalities to hear their views on this weighty subject.
Bongani Xulu – KDM senior lifeguard supervisor
“Your vote is your voice. You cannot comment or complain about anything political if you are not prepared to cast your vote.
We should all do our best to contribute and remember to leave politics to politicians.”
“I think that each one of us has a duty to leave the world a better place for the future generation. Therefore we should vote to make a change. Voting really is the only true power we have over our country.” – Shelly Buckle.
Sanele “Kepza” Ndlovu – Rapper and music producer
“This country needs change. My vote can help bring about the change that 20 years of our democracy has not managed to bring.
If I can complain about things I am not happy about then I must vote so that I can see the changes that I want. It is unfortunate that other eligible voters underestimate the power of their votes.”
Natalie Bergstrom – World mountain bike masters champion
“It’s important to vote because it exercises your right as a human in a free country to try express your option on issues. One must vote for the right reasons. Voting is to try bring in changes to benefit everyone freely and fairly.”
Avreyna Kistensamy – Ilembe district top matric 2013
“I think it is important for us to vote because if we do not the power shifts from the masses to the minority and it is no longer a true representation of our democracy. Yes, I will definitely be voting! No question about it.”
Pearl Sithole – Face of KZN (model and psychology student)
“I am excited to be voting for the first time this year. Being born into democracy is a privilege and I have a responsibility to make sure that South Africa remains democratic by voting. As the youth we are often told that we are the future leaders and being a leader start by being responsible. Responsible people vote.”
Dylan Jahnig- Linc Pastor
“It is pretty simple. Be the change you want to see, don’t wait for someone else to do it. We may not be leading the country but our vote can make the difference.”
Nhlanhla Majozi- Local musician
“I think you need to vote if you want to see a change. It might not make a direct difference but it helps. You cannot just sit back and wait to see if it will happen, the chances are it won’t.”
