The appointment of CGE commissioners in South Africa showed how important it is for Parliament to include the public in big decisions. The Constitutional Court ruled that just sharing names isn’t enough people must get clear information and real chances to have their say. This ruling pushed Parliament to rethink how it listens to citizens, making democracy stronger and more open. The case reminds us that true democracy means everyone’s voice matters, not just once, but all the time.
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