ANGINAH MPHAHO, (ANC) Ward 110: I would like to thank my family and everyone who supported me during my campaign to be nominated and elected as a ward councillor.
The journey was not an easy one, it was a bumpy ride, full of hurdles but I stood the test of time. This was a moment in history, where my leadership qualities as a woman, were really put to the test.
My election as a ward councillor means victory for the struggle for gender parity. This affirms that women in general, can lead with com
The IEC officially announced local government election results on 4 November, confirming the winners in Ward 110, Anginah Mphaho and Ward 132 long-standing councillor Annette Deppe.
Results: Ward 110 (ANC) Total valid votes: 3 957 Valid votes for candidate: 1 897 Percentage of total valid votes: 47.94% Winning margin: 1 185
Ward 132 (DA) Total valid votes: 10 219 Valid votes for candidate: 6 135 Percentage of total valid votes: 60.04% Winning margin: 4 286
The Midrand Reporter reached out to the candidates who won the wards. Here’s what they had to say…
ANNETTE DEPPE, (DA) Ward 132: A big thank you to everyone who came out and cast their vote on the 1st of November 2021. I’m pleased to announce that I will be the ward councillor for the next five years and I will serve you to the best of my ability. I would also like to thank you for putting your trust and faith in me to be the councillor for Ward 132. I look forward to engaging and working with you to resolve the myriad issues plaguing us. Photo: Nokuthula Sonile