Durban North youth cast their vote
The youth shared their hopes and dreams for the outcome of the Local Government Election.
HUNDREDS of Durban North’s youth flocked to the voting stations today to exercise their democratic right to vote.
The Northglen News spoke to some of the adolescents, who for the very first time made their mark on the ballots for the Local Government Elections.
One of the first time voters was 18-year-old Micara Maharaj. The young Durban North resident said she was hoping that her mark would facilitate more equality.
“I would really like to see a more equal environment where everyone has the right to education as well as opportunities in sport,” said the industrial psychology student.
“I have known for years who I want to vote for and now it is finally my time to shine,” she added.
Maharaj was joined on the day by her older brother, Tareesh Maharaj (21) who was one of the first ‘born free’ youths to cast his vote in 2014.
Tareesh encouraged other young people to vote saying, “I feel like our votes can only make a difference if everyone comes out and does their public duty.”
The young man said he hoped to see less corruption and better leadership in the future. Chelsea Tibshraeny (18) was also excited to make her mark on the day.
“I hope to see a better Durban North. I hope that the party and councillor I vote for will be able to do here what I have seen them do in other cities. I am especially hoping to see the Umgeni River cleared up, as there are always tons of litter and the issue of vagrancy,” she said.
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