Local Elections news
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Ekurhuleni Mayoral Race: Meet the candidates vying to lead the city
Local Elections newsWith the November 4 local government elections approaching, Ekurhuleni mayoral candidates share their priorities, plans and vision for the city…
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Ekurhuleni Mayoral Race: Khumalo pledges safer streets and better roads
Local Elections newsAt the centre of Khumalo’s economic strategy is the relationship between the municipality and businesses operating across Ekurhuleni.
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Ekurhuleni Mayoral Race: ACDP’s Mokoena targets power cuts and water losses
Local Elections newsAccording to Mokoana, proper governance would be one of the ACDP administration’s key priorities.
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#IMadeMyMark: 18-year-olds urged to vote in 2026 Local Government Elections
Local Elections newsThe IEC encourages voter participation, highlighting how elections shape communities and democracy.
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IEC warns voters about election disinformation ahead of polls
Local Elections newsThe Electoral Commission urges South Africans to verify election-related claims before sharing them, warning that false information can mislead voters…
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What to do if you make a mistake on your ballot paper
Local Elections newsVoters who make a mistake can ask an election official to cancel the spoiled ballot and issue a new one…
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Who does what? Understanding municipal political roles ahead of elections
Local Elections newsFrom ward councillors to mayors and members of the Mayoral Committee, each political role has different responsibilities within local government.
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IEC conducts independent audit of Election Results System ahead of 2026 polls
Local Elections newsThe Electoral Commission says the audit is aimed at strengthening transparency, credibility and confidence in the electoral process.
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Electoral Commission audits election results system ahead of local polls
Local Elections newsThe Electoral Commission has completed an independent external audit of its Election Results System, with ICT experts from four political…
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2026 local elections: Know your voting dates
Local Elections newsThe IEC has confirmed the dates for special voting. Make sure you know when and how the voting schedule applies…
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Candidates invited to share their plans ahead of local elections
Local Elections newsCandidates standing for ward councillor in Bedfordview, Edenvale and Germiston can introduce themselves and outline their plans to voters ahead…
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IEC and partners step up fight against election misinformation
Local Elections newsWith election-related misinformation accounting for 60% of complaints monitored since July 31, stakeholders are strengthening efforts to tackle online harms.
