Is SA sleepwalking into a power vacuum?

With voter turnout dropping and scandals plaguing parties across the spectrum, @StephenGrootes writes we are entering a dangerous “season of apathy.” As citizens disengage, the state weakens, leaving a gap for everyone from private companies to vigilante groups to fill, which can in turn threaten the legitimacy of our democracy. Is there anyone left worth voting for, or have you already checked out?