Empower the community.
Reclaim responsibility.

More local authority is key to better governance

The decay of South Africa’s socio-economy, caused by a malicious and collapsing central government, cannot be allowed to go on.

Responsibility must be taken by the subcentral governments, communities, and businesses bearing the brunt of the damage.

The Free Market Foundation’s Campaign for Home Rule is raising awareness about and generating enthusiasm for political self-determination throughout South Africa.

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Ask forgiveness, not permission

This paper explains in detail how South Africa’s constitutional federation provides scope for benign and pro-decentralisation governments and communities to start ‘getting things done.’ This is not a riskless or easy exercise, but a necessary one. 

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Join our Campaign for Home Rule and help us advocate for the decentralisation of governance to enhance local authority and community empowerment in South Africa.