MKP and IFP lead Dannhauser election results as ANC takes five seats
The MKP and IFP secured seven seats each in Dannhauser's 2026 local government elections, while the ANC took five seats.
Dannhauser’s 2026 local government election results show a closely contested race between the MK Party (MKP) and the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), with both parties securing seven seats.
The council was previously held by the ANC.
According to IEC results, the MKP recorded the highest support at 29.23%, followed by the IFP at 25.91%.
The African National Congress (ANC) secured five seats, with 17.98% support, placing it third among the parties shown.
The Democratic Alliance (DA), ActionSA, SSM, MPM, Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and AAM each secured one seat in the results displayed.
The DA recorded 4.55% support, followed by ActionSA on 3.02%, SSM on 2.71%, MPM on 2.41%, the EFF on 2.22% and AAM on 2.06%.
A closely contested council
No single party has secured an outright majority, with the MKP and IFP tied on seven seats, the balance of power in the new council could depend on possible coalition arrangements.
The election outcome marks an important moment for Dannhauser, where residents face ongoing challenges around water supply, infrastructure and employment.
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