CLEAN : Zuma confidence vote will be secret says S.Africa parliament (2)

The transcript discusses the Constitutional Court's stance on the necessity of a secret ballot in a charged atmosphere. It highlights the role of Parliament in guiding the nation during difficult times and emphasizes the speaker's duty to ensure credible outcomes without bias. The decision for a secret ballot on the motion of no confidence in the President on August 8, 2017, is announced.

Why does the Constitutional Court suggest the use of a secret ballot?

• To address a toxified or highly charged atmosphere

• To simplify the voting process

• To maintain confidentiality in peaceful times

• To ensure transparency in all situations

What is the primary role of Parliament during challenging times?

• To provide direction and leadership

• To follow the executive blindly

• To entertain the public

• To focus on economic policies only

What must the speaker ensure during parliamentary procedures?

• That the outcome is credible

• That only one party benefits

• That the procedures are lengthy

• That the process is biased

On what date was the secret ballot for the motion of no confidence scheduled?

• 20th of December 2017

• 8th of August 2017

• 1st of January 2017

• 15th of March 2017

What is the speaker's responsibility in the context of a secret ballot?

• To favor one side

• To ensure the process is fair and unbiased

• To ignore the procedures

• To delay the voting process