2026 local government elections
2026 local government elections
2026 local government elections
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IEC approves record 2.65 million special votes for local government elections
The Electoral Commission approved 2.65 million special vote applications for the 2026 local elections, marking a 131% increase from 2021.
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IEC opens results system to party scrutiny ahead of local polls
Four major political parties send ICT experts to review the Electoral Commission’s results system as part of transparency measures for the 2026 local government elections.
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Record 142 000 candidates to contest local government elections as two-month countdown begins
The Electoral Commission received 142 072 candidate nominations for 10 526 council seats, representing a 43% increase from 2021 polls.
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Anti-migrant protests intensify across South Africa ahead of November polls
A surge in anti-immigrant demonstrations across South Africa is raising concerns about potential violence ahead of local government elections in November.
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Youth urged to take active role in shaping their municipalities
SALGA encourages young South Africans to register for the 2026 elections, addressing declining voter participation and promoting democratic engagement.
