Did You Know? – Politics

By: Shamila Pieterse | Western Cape

Political parties represented in South Africa’s National Assembly and provincial legislatures receive public funding to support their political activities.

This funding comes from public revenue and is distributed through the Political Representatives Fund (PRF), administered by the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC).

The allocation follows a funding formula: 90% is distributed proportionally according to the number of seats parties hold, while the remaining 10% is allocated equitably among represented parties.

The money may be used for activities that support democracy, including political education, shaping public opinion and encouraging citizens to participate actively in political life.