Your powers

In the face of the formidable challenges that confront our nation, it’s natural to sometimes feel despondent and powerless as an individual. However, it’s important to recognize that real change emerges from the collective impact of individual actions. Your contributions, no matter how seemingly small, can set in motion a chain reaction of positive change. As a citizen, you possess a range of potent tools in your arsenal, including Protest Power, Knowledge Power, Spending Power, and Voting Power.
Among these powerful instruments, our primary focus lies in empowering you to harness your Knowledge Power, Spending Power, and Voting Power. These are the levers through which you can actively shape the future of South Africa.

Voter turnout in South Africa has been on a decline, with only 58% participation in the 2024 elections compared to 87% in 1994. The youth in particular show low engagement, with just 20% of those aged 18 to 35 registered. Voting is your direct path to influence change in government. We urge every citizen to take part. CITIZANS provides well-researched insights to inform your political choices and discussions. Exercise your right to vote, starting with registering to vote and encourage those within you network to do the same. You can check voter status online.

It often seems like the most challenging task of running a government has been left to the least skilled members of society. Much of the skills required to build a better South Africa sits with professionals like you, who mostly use their skills in private sector.
With governance facing challenges that risk the collapse of key systems and infrastructure, your contribution is more crucial than ever. CITIZANS offers a convenient platform for you to lend your expertise and influence policy proposals that will benefit current and future generations.

Every purchase you make is a choice to support businesses that align with your vision of a better South Africa. Instead of dwelling on companies that fall short, let’s spotlight those actively contributing to a safer, fairer, and more prosperous society. These are the businesses that prioritize economic empowerment, invest in enterprise and supplier development, and champion workplace diversity. In the future, we’ll introduce an online section where you can find a list of such forward-thinking companies, based on a defined scorecard. We encourage you to use your Spending Power to support these businesses. Watch the space!