DA Secures Victory in Ward 17 By-Election for Mantsopa Municipality
- The Democratic Alliance (DA) secured a win in the Ward 17 by-election in the Mantsopa municipality, Free State
- The DA successfully retained the seat it had won in the 2021 municipal elections
- Ward Councillor Nicky van Wyk highlighted that the victory symbolizes core principles and an unwavering commitment to community service
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The Democratic Alliance (DA) emerged victorious in the by-election for Ward 17 in the Mantsopa municipality, Free State. The party successfully defended the seat it won in the 2021 municipal elections.
Four candidates from the ANC, DA, EFF, and Truth and Solidarity Movement (TSM) participated in the by-election triggered by the resignation of the previous DA representative.
Ward Councillor Nicky van Wyk emphasised that this victory embodies core principles and a steadfast dedication to community service.
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"We extend sincere appreciation to the DA campaign team and those who supported the DA in this crucial by-election. This triumph stands as a foundation, strengthening our momentum for the upcoming general election in 2024."
Newly elected leader
Mmathabo Rasengane, the Free State IEC spokesperson, clarified that Leon Nicholas van Wyk is the newly elected DA councillor in the Mantsopa municipality.
"The party maintains the seat it secured in the 2021 local government elections with 58.72% of the total votes, compared to 62.65% in the 2021 municipal election. The voter turnout stands at 45.24%."
Mzansi backs the DA
Lerato Moeti
"I would love to see DA win the general election."
Themba Mt
"Better under DA than ANC."
Lesego Sethebe
"I really love DA."
DA leads in campaign funding, securing the largest share of R40m
Previously, Briefly News reported that some of the biggest political parties in South Africa got a sum of R40 million. John Steenhuissen's DA is second to none in attracting funders. The DA received R15 million out of the R40 million rand donations.
Political parties donated for the Second Quarter Disclosure Report of the current financial year. The parties included ANC, Freedom Front Plus Patriotic Alliance, DA, IFP and Action SA.
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