Local Government Elections 2026
Find everything you need to know about the Local Government Elections 2026 in South Africa right here with Kaya 959's Point of View with Phemelo Motene.
7 Episodes
Kenny Kunene on the Patriotic Alliance’s Plan for Joburg
Phemelo is joined by Patriotic Alliance Joburg Mayoral Candidate Kenny Kunene to discuss the party’s 2026 manifesto for Johannesburg, including its focus on service delivery, immigration and the challenges facing the city.
Herman Mashaba takes aim at Joburg mayoral seat
Phemelo is joined in studio by ActionSA Johannesburg mayoral candidate Herman Mashaba to unpack his plans for the city. Mashaba is among the party’s senior leaders considered for the mayoral candidacy, with ActionSA saying the selection process focused on candidates’ ability to address the city’s service delivery challenges.
Cilliers Brink outlines plans to get Tshwane working
Phemelo is joined in studio by DA Tshwane mayoral candidate Cilliers Brink to unpack his plans for the city. Brink has outlined five pledges focused on improving service delivery, restoring accountability, upgrading infrastructure, attracting investment and tackling crime.
Vuyo Zungula sets his sights on Joburg
Phemelo is joined by ATM Johannesburg mayoral candidate Vuyo Zungula to unpack his plans for the city ahead of the 4 November local government elections. Zungula, who has served as an MP since 2019, is entering a crowded mayoral race as the ATM’s former president.
IFP’s Mlungisi Mabaso Joburg mayoral candidate targets youth unemployment
Phemelo is joined by the IFP’s Johannesburg mayoral candidate Mlungisi Mabaso, the youngest candidate in the race. Mabaso, who also serves as the city’s MMC for Human Settlements and IFP Youth Brigade national secretary, outlines the party’s plans for Joburg, with youth empowerment and tackling unemployment among his priorities.
Fresh face, bold policies – EFF’s Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng on her vision for Joburg
Phemelo is joined by EFF Johannesburg mayoral candidate Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng, who brings a human-rights approach to the city’s biggest challenges. We unpack her plans to tackle corruption, stabilise coalitions, streamline municipal services and put residents of Joburg at the centre of local government.
IEC rejects ANC claims of technical glitch over candidate submissions
The IEC has rejected calls to give the ANC more time to capture candidates for the November 4 local government elections, saying the deadline for nominations passed at 5pm on Friday. This follows the ANC’s claim that technical problems with the IEC’s online system affected a small number of its…