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ANC candidate nomination legal disputes

4 clusters · 9 sources · last updated

Latest: South African political parties dispute candidate lists for 2026 elections

The African National Congress (ANC) has faced multiple legal challenges regarding its candidate nomination processes for the 2026 local government elections. In the Eastern Cape, the Makhanda High Court dismissed an urge

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South African local government elections

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: Democratic Alliance campaigns for gains in South African local elections

As local government elections approach in South Africa, political activity is centered on service delivery, unemployment, and municipal stability. Candidates under the age of 30 are increasingly contesting positions to a

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South African local government election preparations

5 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: South Africa faces municipal service crises ahead of 2026 elections

As the November 4, 2026, local government elections approach, South African political parties are intensifying their campaigns and outlining municipal priorities. The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) has prioritized addressin

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South Africa 2026 local election timeline update

14 clusters · 36 sources · last updated

Latest: South Africa prepares for municipal elections on 4 November

As the 4 November 2026 local government elections approach, the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) is managing logistical and legal complexities. Approximately 136,790 candidates have met statutory requirements to co

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ANC candidate list legal dispute and Mbalula health update

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated

Latest: Fikile Mbalula ordered to rest after health collapse

The African National Congress (ANC) faced an internal and legal crisis following its failure to submit complete candidate lists for several municipal areas in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Free State. This adm

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South Africa 2026 local government election preparations

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Latest: South Africa's IEC introduces disinformation code of conduct

In preparation for the South African local government elections scheduled for 4 November 2026, the Electoral Commission (IEC) has implemented several measures to ensure election integrity and technical reliability. On 4

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