Elections 2024 : Episode 25 : "You're putting OUR future on the line as well"

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Teenagers who are not old enough to cast a ballot in next week’s election are pleading with eligible voters to make the most of the opportunity for the benefit of everyone living here in South Africa.

Millions of people will be voting in the 2024 general election on Wednesday 29 May, and high school pupils are holding out for good news for their futures..

HOT1027’s Tara Penny visited a few high schools in Joburg to find out how youngsters are feeling ahead of the polls...
23 May 2024 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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