2026 LGE Elections
IEC receives additional R1.1bn ahead of 2026 local elections
Treasury wants the IEC to first submit audited financial statements before it can use the money
13 May 202619:24 SAST
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Ramaphosa urges South Africans to vote in local govt elections
Ramaphosa was leading the ANC election campaign trail in Diepkloof and Orlando East in Soweto.
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MK Party leaders arrive in uMlazi for mini election rally
The gathering forms part of party’s final push ahead of the November 4 local government elections
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DA Youth chair in KZN confident of making gains in the upcoming LGE
Sthabelo Ntshangase says there are municipalities that will be governed by the DA after the LGE.
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Ramaphosa urges Soweto youth to apply for available opportunities
Most young people expressed their frustration over a lack of jobs.
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LIVE | Malema addresses the Central Youth Elections Task Force
EFF’s Julius Malema addresses the Central Youth Elections Task Force.
11 May 202612:04 SAST
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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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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