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ANC blames coalitions for service delivery failures, South Africans reject party’s argument
ANC's Dickson Masemola blamed coalition politics for service delivery failures in many municipalities, but South Africans pushed back against his claims.
Hlabisa proclaims 4 November 2026 as South Africa's Local Government Election date
Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa announced 4 November 2026 as the date for South Africa's Local Government Elections, triggering the closure of the voters' roll.
IEC adds over 750,000 new voters to South Africa's roll ahead of November elections
IEC confirms 750,000 new voter registrations, pushing totals past 29 million ahead of the local government elections. Deadline for updates is Friday.
IEC declares full readiness for Local Government Elections as 620 parties register
The Electoral Commission of South Africa is fully prepared for the Local Government Elections with 620 registered parties. Final voter registration occurs in August.
ATM cuts political ties with uMkhonto weSizwe Party ahead of election, South Africans debate move
The ATM has ended political talks with the MK Party, confirming that it would contest the local elections independently, and sparked mixed reactions online.
Nandi Madida connects youth with jobs: "Share opportunities in the comments"
Nandi Madida harnessed her digital platform to connect South African youth with job opportunities, providing career guidance and promoting local entrepreneurship.
IEC opens criminal case against officer who allegedly registered voters in absentia
EFF alleges IEC collusion with ANC to manipulate local elections, leading to a criminal case amid claims of electoral misconduct involving foreign nationals.
"I am truly humbled": Lady Du teams up with Ramaphosa to inspire youth to vote
Amapiano star Lady Du joined President Cyril Ramaphosa in a campaign urging South Africa’s youth to vote in the 2026 local elections in November.
Pakistan Association’s ANC voter drive leaves SA fuming ahead of 2026 municipal elections
Pakistan Association SA launched a voter registration campaign encouraging naturalised Pakistani South Africans to support the ANC in the municipal elections.
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