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What type of political system does South Africa have?
Parliamentary republic
Constitutional republic
South Africa/Government
What are presidents duties?
The President’s Roles
| Role | Summary |
|---|---|
| Chief Executive | Executes the laws, appoints key federal officials, grants pardons and reprieves |
| Commander in Chief | Runs the armed forces |
| Chief Diplomat | Negotiates with other countries |
| Chief Legislator | Signs or vetoes legislation, introduces legislation, works with Congress on the budget |
Who may vote in South Africa?
In elections of the National Assembly, every South African citizen who is 18 or older may vote, including (since the 2014 election) those resident outside South Africa. In elections of a provincial legislature or municipal council, only those resident within the province or municipality may vote.
How is the president elected in South Africa?
The President is elected by the National Assembly, the lower house of Parliament, from among its members. The chief justice must oversee the election. Once elected, a person is no longer a member of the National Assembly. They must then be sworn in as president within five days of the election.
Who are the first three to succeed to the presidency?
Current order of succession
| No. | Office | Incumbent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vice President | Kamala Harris |
| 2 | Speaker of the House of Representatives | Nancy Pelosi |
| 3 | President pro tempore of the Senate | Patrick Leahy |
| 4 | Secretary of State | Antony Blinken |
Who is the majority in South Africa?
Black South Africans
Black South Africans. The majority population of South Africa are those that classify themselves Black or indigenous South Africans, Africans or Black people of South Africa, but they are not culturally or linguistically homogeneous.