Political parties react to election date announcement

The Electoral Commission of South Africa has welcomed the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa confirming Wednesday, 4 November 2026, as the date for the 2026 Local Government Elections.

Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo said the announcement of the election date provides clarity for all role players and certainty of planning for the Electoral Commission as they continue to work to deliver free and fair municipal elections.

Ramaphosa made the announcement earlier in Boksburg, on the East Rand.

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