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The relationship between election results and economic development remains a contentious debate in various contexts, including academia. The article assesses the effects of national election results on economic development in South Africa. Election results can affect economic development and good governance through good policies implementation after elections. This article employs the qualitative method to review scholarly journals, books, government programmes, reports and policies for its data collection and analysis. The findings reveal that elections can improve economic policy by increasing government accountability. Hence, it is recommended that, the government implement inclusive economic policies focusing on job creation, skills development, and empowerment of marginalised groups to ensure broad-based economic growth and social stability. Overall, election results can yield positive effects on economic development depending on policy development and implementation, the firmness and strength of the political environment, and the responsiveness of markets and institutions. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for anticipating economic trends and making informed decisions on economic growth

The regional faction, which is frequently perceived as a threat to the democratic system, has received limited attention regarding its representation of values in contemporary society and influence on voting behavior. This study employs the reasoned action approach (RAA) to investigate the influence of attitudes and subjective norms on electoral intention, incorporating perceived utilitarian and hedonic values toward the regional faction. The study hypothesizes that these value perceptions, in conjunction with the theoretical predictors, will collectively influence the voting intentions of electors. Two months before the local elections in Taiwan in 2022, 469 respondents provided information. Using SPSS 25.0, descriptive statistics and regression analyses were used to analyze the data. Principal findings indicate that instrumental attitude, affective attitude, and descriptive norm positively influence electoral intention, whereas injunctive norm negatively influences electoral intention. Moreover, hedonic values moderate the relationships between affective attitude and intention and between injunctive norm and intention. Likewise, utilitarian values moderate the relationship between injunctive norms and intent. These findings highlight the significance of voters' perceptions of the regional faction's value, casting light on its impact on electoral intent. During the investigated local election in Taiwan, the interaction of attitudes, norms, and values emerged as a crucial factor influencing voter behavior. These findings enhance our comprehension of the intricate decision-making processes within the electoral context and provide valuable insights for political campaigns and policy considerations.