Local elections news
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How local government works and why your vote matters
Local elections newsFrom ward councillors and PR representatives to mayors and municipal managers, here is how local government makes decisions and delivers…
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Coalition government explained: What it means for communities and your vote
Local elections newsAs South Africa prepares for the 2026 Local Government Elections, understanding coalition government can help residents know how councils are…
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How council votes work in Ekurhuleni and Johannesburg
Local elections newsFrom ordinary decisions to budgets and council dissolution, different matters require different levels of support from councillors.
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Understanding municipal councils and seats ahead of local elections
Local elections newsHow are municipal councils in Ekurhuleni and Johannesburg structured, and how are council seats allocated? Here’s what Alberton and Johannesburg…
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Ward councillor candidates invited to introduce themselves ahead of elections
Local elections newsThe Alberton Record is inviting candidates in the area to share their plans and priorities with voters ahead of the…
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IEC opens special vote applications for 2026 elections
Local elections newsRegistered voters unable to vote on election day can apply for a home visit or vote at their registered voting…
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Stakeholders address media threats ahead of local elections
Local elections newsThe PIIE programme brought media, civil society and other stakeholders together to discuss disinformation, legal threats and journalist safety ahead…
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IEC and partners step up fight against election misinformation
Local elections newsElectoral stakeholders are strengthening digital monitoring and coordinated responses to tackle false online narratives ahead of the local government elections.
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IEC introduces anti-disinformation code ahead of November polls
Local elections newsPolitical parties and candidates must label AI-generated content and correct false information within 36 hours under the new election rules.
