2026 LGE Elections
ANC confident it will submit LGE candidate lists on time
The African National Congress (ANC) delayed the announcement of its mayoral candidates.
26 Aug 202609:59 SAST
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Local Elections 2026
Ntuli warns political violence threatens free and fair elections
Ntuli says an election marred by intimidation and fear cannot be considered free and fair.
Local Elections 2026
McKenzie says PA is ready to take over Nelson Mandela Bay Metro
McKenzie announces ward councillors and a mayoral candidate for his party for the metro.
Local Elections 2026
DA will restore stability in Nelson Mandela Bay Metro: Hill-Lewis
Nelson Mandela Bay Metro has been plagued by coalition tensions and service-delivery challenges.
Local Elections 2026
IEC opens special vote applications for 2026 local elections
IEC has announced that applications for special votes for the 2026 Local Government Elections.
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2026 LGE Elections
COSATU Congress to decide ANC, SACP support in upcoming LGE
The SACP has decided to contest in the elections later this year.
25 Aug 202619:56 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
Political parties urged to communicate responsibly ahead of elections
Political parties asked to utilize their communication platforms responsibly ahead of Elections.
25 Aug 202618:01 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
IEC reminds parties, independent candidates of nomination deadline
IEC says the date and time is based on the Election Timetable.
25 Aug 202616:48 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
ANC not allowing candidates without matric to stand as councillors
Some provincial secretaries have written to the party seeking waivers.
25 Aug 202614:17 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
ANC’s plan of multiple mayoral candidates shows divisions: Analyst
In Matjhabeng, seven names have been put forward, including current mayor Thanduxolo Khalipha.
24 Aug 202619:59 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
Ramaphosa confident ANC will win 2026 local government elections
ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa says he is confident the party will emerge victorious in elections.
23 Aug 202621:17 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
ANC has proven its commitment to fighting corruption: Ramaphosa
ANC President, Cyril Ramaphosa says the party has proven its commitment to fighting corruption
23 Aug 202619:09 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
SACP marks first election contest since ’94 in Cape Town
The SACP in the Western Cape has launched its election manifesto in Cape Town on Sunday.
23 Aug 202618:31 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
Ramaphosa vows capable, ethical and accountable local government
The ANC has launched its manifesto ahead of the November elections.
23 Aug 202615:43 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
South Africans must experience basic services daily: Ramaphosa
Ramaphosa launched the ANC manifesto in Diepsloot ahead of the November local government
23 Aug 202614:18 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
ANC must be given the mandate to run Johannesburg: Morero
The City of Joburg is currently governed by a coalition known as the Government of Local Unity
23 Aug 202613:49 SAST