2024 Election Update

Tensions Rise as New Political Developments Unfold

As the country counts down to the National Party sitting this Friday, 14 June 2024, intriguing developments have emerged. The Government of National Unity (GNU) is gaining momentum as parties move towards collaboration aimed at fostering positive changes. However, not all parties are supportive of this coalition, as evidenced by the MK party's unsuccessful attempt to halt the sitting.

2024 Election Update

Growing Anticipation as South Africa’s Parliament Prepares for First Sitting

As the country waits in anticipation for the first sitting of the National Assembly (NA) and the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) to take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), there are expectations of demonstrations or attempts to disrupt the sittings by disgruntled political party supporters.

2024 Election Update

As South Africa's newly elected lawmakers prepare to meet for the first time, they face the important task of electing the country's president from their ranks. The new president will then need to form a cabinet, with most members coming from parliament and up to two from outside parliament.

The Politics of Murder

KwaZulu-Natal is on the brink of becoming a hotspot for political assassinations post-May 29 elections, as anticipated political realignment could threaten the ANC’s electoral dominance. This insight comes from a report released by the Global Initiative Against Transnational Crime on Monday

Election Update

Breaking News: 20 May 2024: South Africa's Constitutional Court has determined that former President Jacob Zuma is ineligible to run as a parliamentary candidate in the upcoming elections this month. This ruling from the highest court in the nation escalates concerns that Zuma's supporters from the uMkhonto weSizwe Party may incite unrest leading up to the May 29 vote or dispute the results. Party leaders have already expressed intentions to disrupt the electoral process should Zuma remain disqualified.

2024 Elections Update

In the run up to the elections on the 29th of May, Excellerate Services, in partnership with the Centre for Risk Analysis, will be providing a summary of key political developments and polling trends. We will also be sharing valuable information on business preparedness.

General Election Update

As South Africa gears up for the General Election in May 2024, there is a delicate balance to strike between preparedness and alarmism, says Excellerate Services Managing Director Adriaan Otto.

Operational Preparedness - A Message From The MD

As South Africa moves towards the 2024 General Elections, our Managing Director wanted to take a moment to touch base with you regarding Excellerate Security’s ongoing efforts to maintain Operational Preparedness.

Understanding South Africa's Rising Murder Statistics

South Africa has been grappling with a surge in murder numbers, with more than 7,700 people murdered between October and December 2023 alone. Nicole MacCain, reporting for News24, sheds light on the grim reality of 84 murders occurring every day during this period.