2026 LGE Elections
IFP prioritises job creation in local government election push
The party is set to officially launch its Voter Registration Drive in Empangeni in KZN on Saturday
09 May 202616:45 SAST
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Tripartite Alliance partners can still find each other: Analyst
Tension among the alliance partners surfaced at the COSATU national congress earlier this week.
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Political violence affecting campaigning in some areas: ANC’s Ntuli
ANC elections coordinator Lungani Makhathini and ANCYL member Nokuthula Mavundla were shot dead.
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IEC doesn’t anticipate change of election date over ConCourt ruling
The commission says the outstanding processes will be completed within a shortened timeframe.
Local Elections 2026
ActionSA to contest 11 municipalities in Limpopo: Mashaba
Mashaba was addressing scores of supporters at the party’s “Mashupa Tsela” rally.
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Hlabisa races to pass Coalition Bill before elections
Hlabisa moves to fast-track Coalition Bill before local government elections.
01 May 202616:36 SAST
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ANC confident KZN reshuffle won’t hurt election prospects
ANC NEC is visiting the KwaZulu-Natal after appointment of new leadership.
29 Apr 202618:13 SAST
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IFP Gauteng chair urges voter turnout ahead of local elections
IFP Gauteng chairperson says that citizens must vote for parties that will be able to restore hope.
27 Apr 202614:20 SAST
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ANC rejects dual membership after SACP confirms 2026 election bid
The ANC warns that contesting elections separately is incompatible with alliance principles.
23 Apr 202616:30 SAST
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SACP confirms it will contest local elections independently
The SACP has briefed the media on plans for the upcoming local government elections.
23 Apr 202614:11 SAST
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IEC says preparations for 2026 local elections well on track
Mamabolo says about 80% of the readiness for the upcoming elections is concluded.
21 Apr 202616:22 SAST
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MK Party launches 2026 local election campaign in Limpopo
MK is launching its campaign rally “Thoma Lesolo” ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections.
05 Apr 202514:09 SAST