Introduction: The Imperative of Consensus in Electoral Justice The pursuit of electoral justice in Africa often focuses on judicial...

Since the disputed 2023 elections, there has been robust debate over the urgent need to reform Zimbabwe’s electoral processes. The...

This article examines the evolving role of liberation movements in Southern Africa’s contemporary democracies, drawing on the 2024 electoral cycle in Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, and South Africa. It analyses shifts in voter behavior, party loyalty, and the broader implications for party systems and democratic consolidation in these post-liberation societies.