... Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in Parliament on Wednesday, Hlabisa said several key milestones had already been achieved to ensure the polls are conducted smoothly. These include the establishment of an Inter-Ministerial Committee on Municipal Elections, the finalisation of councillor numbers, delimitation of 4 488 wards nationally, and ongoing voter registration work by the Electoral Commission of South Africa. Hlabisa ...

... The African National Congress (ANC) has announced that non-members can now nominate themselves or be nominated as mayoral candidates for the upcoming municipal elections, describing the move as part of efforts to extend the party's appeal and tap into wider talent across South Africa. ANC spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu said the decision reflects commitments outlined in the party's January 8 statement. ...

... Leader of the Afrika Mayibuye Movement, Floyd Shivambu, has announced that his party will be fielding all its candidates in South Africa's over 4 800 wards ahead of the municipal elections. Shivambu made the announcement during a media briefing in Sandton today. The party used the opportunity to address challenges that the country is facing. Shivambu says his party will ...

... South Africa's upcoming local government elections could place thousands of first-time voters in a difficult position. As political parties prepare for a heated campaign season ahead of the elections on 4 November, Grade 12 learners may find themselves choosing between the ballot box and the examination room. The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) and the Department of Basic Education (DBE) may ...

... Eligible South Africans are being encouraged to register to vote and update their voter registration details ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections (LGE). Cyril Ramaphosa announced last month that the 2026 Local Government Elections will take place on 4 November 2026. The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has urged citizens to use the available registration opportunities to participate ...

... Eligible South Africans are being urged to use the available registration opportunities and play an active role in shaping the future of their communities through the 2026 Local Government Elections democratic process. This comes after President Cyril Ramaphosa announced in April that the elections will take place on November 4 2026. Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) chief electoral officer ...

... Bloemfontein Courant - News you can use As South Africa prepares for the 2026 Local Government Elections, citizens are being encouraged to play an active role in shaping their communities through the democratic process. The Electoral Commission will officially launch the national campaign for the upcoming elections on 27 May, marking the start of voter awareness and participation efforts ahead ...

... Officials from the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) have concluded a two-week stakeholder engagement campaign in KwaZulu-Natal as part of efforts to boost voter confidence ahead of the 2026 local government elections. The delegation, led by IEC chairperson Mosotho Moepya, met with a range of stakeholders across the province, including political parties, faith-based organisations, traditional leaders and members of ...

... The loss of power by the African National Congress can easily be explained. Among those Zimbabweans observing the elections in South Africa was Owen Chikukwa in Cape Town. The loss of power by the African National Congress can easily be explained. Brother Owen put it succinctly. "The current crop of black leaders are the people's worst enemies." A narrative has ...

... and implementation at the state level through engagements with political parties in the lead-up to elections, so that a change in government can be implemented quickly by departments. Colleagues, South Africa's challenge is not that we are unable to make commitments. The challenge before us is that commitments need to be prioritised, costed, monitored, democratically debated, and integrated into national ...

... most vulnerable among us. Whether through disaster assistance, social grants, education programmes, healthcare services, or economic support, government remains committed to ensuring that no South African is left behind. As we celebrate these milestones, we are also reminded of the power and responsibility that every citizen carries. Ladies and gentlemen, South Africa will soon hold local government elections. These elections ...

... Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in Parliament on Wednesday, Hlabisa said several key milestones had already been achieved to ensure the polls are conducted smoothly. These include the establishment of an Inter-Ministerial Committee on Municipal Elections, the finalisation of councillor numbers, delimitation of 4 488 wards nationally, and ongoing voter registration work by the Electoral Commission of South Africa. Hlabisa ...

... The African National Congress (ANC) has announced that non-members can now nominate themselves or be nominated as mayoral candidates for the upcoming municipal elections, describing the move as part of efforts to extend the party's appeal and tap into wider talent across South Africa. ANC spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu said the decision reflects commitments outlined in the party's January 8 statement. ...

... significant because they come from the leader of the ANC's largest coalition partner inside the GNU. Under former DA leader John Steenhuisen, the party often projected a more cooperative and measured relationship with Ramaphosa, presenting the GNU as a patriotic intervention to stabilise South Africa after the 2024 elections. Public relations and empty rhetoric Hill-Lewis, however, appears determined to redefine ...

... However, this must exist alongside lawful, fair, and properly regulated immigration systems that protect the interests and sovereignty of South Africa." ActionSA KwaZulu-Natal leader Zwakele Mncwango rejected the claim that his party's stance was election opportunism, saying the party had adopted immigration and border-security positions before the 2024 national elections. He said: "ActionSA has maintained a clear and consistent policy ...

... insufficient to cover the cost to communicate across platforms and in all languages, in particular in this important year of local government elections. The year 2026 is a seminal year. It is hosting significant milestones in the history of South Africa's journey towards freedom and democracy. In this year, South Africa will mark 30 years since the adoption of the ...

... The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) will meet with officials from the Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) to discuss matters of "mutual interest", including the state of the country's electoral system and work to enhance free, fair and democratic elections ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. Who will lead the delegations The EFF delegation will be led by ...

... becoming more and more prominent, and you find political parties using different strategies, including illegal immigrants, for campaign," he said. Makhubela said the issue of illegal immigrants should not feature in the local government elections campaigns. "The local government elections should be about the bread and butter and service delivery." He said law enforcement agencies should deal with illegal immigration, ...

... DESPITE a national unemployment rate of 32,7%, KwaZulu-Natal's leaders express cautious optimism over recent economic improvements and the importance of effective local governance ahead of municipal elections. Former KwaZulu-Natal finance MEC Ravi Pillay said unemployment remained South Africa's greatest economic threat, despite some positive developments in infrastructure and electricity supply. "The unemployment rate remains our single biggest challenge and risk. ...

... Kgosientsho Ramokgopa served as mayor. The opening of public nominations for candidates marks a critical step for the parties preparing to contest the 2026 November local government elections. Political parties are expected to submit their candidates' lists to the Electoral Commission of South Africa by the end of June. President Cyril Ramaphosa has filed a request to chief justice Mandisa ...