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LIVE | African National Congress’ final “Siyanqoba” Rally
ANC holds its Siyanqoba Rally at the Sisa Dukashe Stadium in Mdantsane.
01 Nov 202610:03 SAST
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Traditional leaders acknowledge ANC’s role in their recognition
Nokonyana says the party has developed policies which have included the role they played in society
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IFP remains confident ahead of election day
The IFP says it is gaining momentum ahead of Wednesday’s local government elections
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LIVE | uMkhonto weSizwe Party’s final “Sithatha Omaspala” Rally
MKP holds final “Sithatha Omaspala” Rally ahead of LGE 2026.
Local Elections 2026
LIVE | IFP’s holds final “Siyanqoba” Rally
Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) holds final “Siyanqoba” Rally ahead of LGE 2026.
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Malema blames municipal corruption for subverting people’s will
Malema says his party will abolish tenders should it be voted to run municipal councils
01 Nov 202609:40 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
ANC wraps up election campaign with Siyanqoba Rally in Mdantsane
Party President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the crowds around noon.
01 Nov 202609:25 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
Ramaphosa puts municipalities at the centre of job creation drive
Ramaposa spoke during the Limpopo ANC rally in Polokwane on Saturday ahead of Wednesday’s polls
01 Nov 202607:07 SAST
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MK Party to hold final election rally in KwaMashu on Sunday
The MK Party in eThekwini has encountered a number of challenges in the build-up to the elections.
31 Oct 202621:15 SAST
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IFP concerned taxi violence in Cape Town could deter voters
It says action must be taken against those who perpetuate violence.
31 Oct 202618:21 SAST
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Hijacked buildings in Johannesburg should be reclaimed: Malema
EFF leader Julius Malema says hijacked buildings in Johannesburg should be reclaimed by the city
31 Oct 202617:46 SAST
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Hill-Lewis rejects claims DA serves one racial group
He argued that the DA’s governance record shows its commitment to improving the lives
31 Oct 202613:55 SAST
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IEC in NW dispatches last batch of ballot papers to districts
IEC says the last batch of ballot papers have been dispatched to ensure smooth voting.
31 Oct 202613:23 SAST
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Opinion | Local Government Elections 2026: Choose your poison
Voters, regardless of ethnicity, are beset by service failures, high costs and poor governance
31 Oct 202612:00 SAST
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“EFF’s messaging on immigration disconnected”
Gumbi was speaking at Soweto’s Orlando Stadium where the EFF is holding its final rally.
31 Oct 202611:46 SAST
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LIVE | Economic Freedom Fighters’ final “Tshela Thupa” rally
Economic Freedom Fighters host their final “Tshela Thupa” Rally at Orlando Stadium in Soweto
31 Oct 202611:40 SAST