The Electoral Court has ruled against new political party ActionSA in its bid to have its name added to the ballot papers being used for the November 1 local government elections.
It can only be identified by its logo — a predicament in which 14 other political parties find themselvesActionSA president Herman Mashaba says the party is dedicated to the rule of law and respects the outcome of the court and the experience of the jurists who presided over the matter. File photo.The Electoral Court has ruled against ActionSA in its bid to have its name added to the ballot papers being used for the November 1 local government elections.
“While we are disappointed by the outcome, ActionSA is dedicated to the rule of law and we respect the outcome of the court and the experience of the jurists who presided over our matter,” said party president Herman Mashaba.
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