# Makassar Mayor Munafri Arifuddin joins Democratic Party

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/makassar-mayor-munafri-arifuddin-joins-democratic-party
> Updated: 2026-10-16T02:42:52.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Munafri Arifuddin, the Mayor of Makassar, has officially joined the Democratic Party in South Sulawesi after leaving the Golkar Party. The transition was formalized during a political education event in Makassar, where Arifuddin received his membership card from the South Sulawesi Democratic Party Chairman.

Arifuddin cited a long history with the Democratic Party, noting its support for his previous mayoral campaigns. Party officials, including Fatma Wahyuddin, Secretary of the Makassar Democratic Party Branch, expressed optimism that his leadership and political experience will strengthen the party’s base and increase its legislative seats in upcoming regional head elections (Pilkada) across South Sulawesi.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-16: Makassar Mayor Munafri Arifuddin joins Democratic Party

Makassar Mayor Munafri Arifuddin has joined the Democratic Party in South Sulawesi, a move expected to strengthen the party's legislative presence and regional election prospects.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/makassar-mayor-munafri-arifuddin-joins-democratic-party-1

### 2026-10-08: Makassar Mayor Munafri Arifuddin joins Democratic Party

Makassar Mayor Munafri Arifuddin has officially joined the Democratic Party in South Sulawesi, citing a historical connection to the party during his previous political campaigns.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/makassar-mayor-munafri-arifuddin-joins-democratic-party

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