The Mayor of Johannesburg, Councillor Kabelo Gwamanda has encouraged young people to play their part in upholding the Constitution of the country by voting.
The Mayor joined young people and first time voters at the West Rand Lutheran Community Church where he cast his vote on Wednesday.
Gwamanda encouraged first-time voters and the youth to vote and make better decisions by choosing wisely.
“Everyone needs to associate themselves with the party that represent them. Right now. I feel like this is the break of the new dawn.
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“Our democracy will be tested to its maximum and we must ensure that we uphold the Constitution with all the processes that will unfold following this particular election,” said Mayor Gwamanda.
“Our young people feel excluded, when you have a sense of exclusion, it is your responsibility to take the initiative to be included and it is up to you how you want to make a mark in society.
“Young people need to stand up, young people need to engage on the contributions they can make. With every generation there is a revolution.”
The youth and first-time voters were excited to cast their votes with hopes seeing change.
“This is my first time voting and I felt the need to vote this year. I honestly feel great that I was able to cast my vote for the first time with hopes of seeing a better change in the country.
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“I feel positive of the party I have voted for because I believe they will liberate and bring better changes of our country.
“Seeing the mayor joining us today was also a big surprise for me but also very happy to see people in upper levels being able to cast votes like the general public,” said 22-year-old, Leon Leslie Norris.
Leon Leslie Norris and brother Lance Peter Norris are voting for the first in 2024.
