which act establishes the electoral commission as a chapter 9 institution
The Electoral Commission is established as a Chapter 9 institution in South Africa by the Electoral Commission Act of 1996. This act provides for the establishment, powers, and functions of the Electoral Commission, which is responsible for overseeing and conducting elections in the country. The Electoral Commission Act ensures that the commission operates independently and impartially, ensuring free and fair elections in South Africa. It also sets out the composition of the commission and its role in managing the electoral process, including the registration of voters, the delimitation of electoral boundaries, and the resolution of electoral disputes. The act plays a crucial role in upholding the democratic principles and processes of the country by establishing the Electoral Commission as a chapter 9 institution.