Democracy: SA's new governing structures

Question 1

What do people vote for during an election?

Answer 1

They vote for PARTIES

Question 2

Why are there so many different political parties?

Answer 2

So people can choose to vote for a party that stands for what they believe in.

Question 3

What is the main job of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT?

Answer 3

1. Supplies services like:
   - Water
   - Roads
   - Clinics
   - Electricity
   - Rubbish collection
   - Fire protection
   - parks
   - Libraries
2. It works with other levels of government to provide the following in their area
   - healthcare
   - housing
   - education
   - security

Question 4

Describe what the Provincial Government is?

Answer 4

Own leader
Own government
Organises 
- education
- health
- security

Question 5

Can you list the 4 main jobs of the National Government?

Answer 5

1. Governs whole country
2. Makes laws
3. Plans Money + Health + Education for whole country
4. Decides how we act towards other countries