DITSHWANELO Press statement on World Refugee Day.
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
World Refugee Day on the 20 June was recognised by the United Nations General Assembly through Resolution 55/76, on 4 December 2000.It is dedicated to raising awareness about the situation of refugees throughout the world.Prior to 2000, several African countries had been formally commemorating African Refugee Day on the same date.
The United Nations noted that the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), now the African Union (AU), had agreed to have International Refugee Day coincide with African Refugee Day on 20 June.
The fees have been doubled from the previous amounts and raise concerns about political participation accessibility and democratic representation principles.This significant fee increase prompts questions regarding its impact on grassroots democracy.On one hand, the fees act as a filter, ensuring only serious contenders enter the race, potentially reducing frivolous candidacies and generating crucial campaign funds. The BDP argues that aspiring...