Local government elections
Local government elections
Local government elections
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Ramaphosa demands end to political meddling in municipalities
President calls for end to politically motivated appointments and factional battles that cripple municipalities and undermine service delivery across country.
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PA ward candidate arrested for shoplifting weeks before elections
Romario Davids, the Patriotic Alliance (PA) candidate contesting Ward 83 in the upcoming elections, was arrested by police following an alleged shoplifting incident at a Checkers supermarket.
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What you need to know before heading to the polls on 4 November
Whether you are casting your ballot in a local council election or participating in a national poll, understanding the official ground rules – and knowing your rights at the voting…
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OPINION PIECE | Matjhabeng can rise again as Free State’s city of gold
George Michalakis outlines the DA’s proposed plan to tackle Matjhabeng’s municipal debt, alleged financial misconduct and failing basic services.
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The arrival of the PA can scramble the cards in Cape Agulhas
PA may cause an upset in Cape Agulhas local-govt electoral expectations.
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OPINION I From doubtful non-voter to first-time ballot caster
Alulutho Madolo, 23, explains why she has changed her mind about voting and why jobs, graduate opportunities and service delivery matter to young people.
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Two ANC members shot dead campaigning for South Africa’s vote
Gunmen killed two ANC members during door-to-door campaigning in KwaZulu-Natal, days after four youth activists were shot near Johannesburg.
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SABC faces election blackout as Treasury funding fails to materialise
Public broadcaster tells parliamentary committee it has not received funding to cover elections comprehensively, threatening democratic coverage for millions of South Africans.
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Political killings surge in South Africa ahead of local elections
Wave of political killings rocks South Africa ahead of November polls, with candidates and officials targeted over power and resources.
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Four ANC youth members shot dead at memorial service in Katlehong
Four ANC Youth League members shot dead at memorial service as political violence claims record 43 lives before local elections.
