'The Ultimatum SA's Nolla Moseko Joins Politics as ActionSA Ward 35 Councillor Candidate

• The Ultimatum South Africa star Lehlohonolo 'Nolla' Moseko announced his bid to run as a ward councillor for ActionSA in Emfuleni Ward 35
• Nolla shared a campaign poster on Instagram on 7 October 2026, urging followers to vote for change ahead of the November elections
• Mzansi had mixed reactions to the reality TV star's political ambitions, with some fans left genuinely speechless

Reality TV fans were caught off guard this week when Lehlohonolo "Nolla" Moseko, best known for his dramatic appearance on The Ultimatum South Africa, stepped firmly into the political arena. On Wednesday, 7 October 2026, Nolla took to Instagram to confirm he is running as a ward councillor candidate for ActionSA in Emfuleni Ward 35, ahead of the local government elections scheduled for 4 November 2026.

"It's official, we are contesting Local Government Elections, and I'm your Councillor Candidate for ActionSA in Emfuleni Ward 35. Let's vote for change," he wrote alongside a campaign poster bearing his name and party affiliation.

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From Reality TV to Ward Politics

Nolla first grabbed public attention on The Ultimatum South Africa, where his relationship with Lebogang Sephaphathi ended in a painful and very public split during the show's season finale. Two years on, he has traded the drama of reality television for the cut and thrust of local government campaigning, seeking a seat that would see him represent residents of the Emfuleni Municipality.

The announcement drew a wave of reactions from followers, ranging from baffled to quietly supportive.

Mzansi Reacts to Nolla's Political Move

The responses in the comments painted a picture of a fanbase that truly did not see this coming. Several followers could not resist poking fun at the situation, while others expressed genuine disbelief.

@bukhosamantha wrote: "Now i must find another party to vote for 😢 I guess UDM it is."

@mabusengg asked: "Which mfuleni? 👀 the one in Cape Town? 👀👀"

@mukondi.ingrid_ kept it short: "There's genuinely no ways."

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@gee_rankhumise was blunter: "This country is a joke kannete."

@thulilamani admitted: "I have no one to talk to about this."

@humbu_yoga could not resist the pun: "Giving South Africans an ultimatum."

Not everyone was sceptical, though. Verified account @nnkaymahange offered firm backing: "🔥👏 I'm here to support you. I believe in you."

Source: Briefly News