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Making a mark: Tshwane residents cast their votes during the 2016 local government elections.

SANISHA PACKIRISAMY: When the tail wags the coalition dog

How smaller parties shape budgets, delivery and accountability

The enclaves that may keep South Africa afloat

South Africa's growing escape from local government

Donald Trump and Elon Musk.

A dishonorary doctorate in dissembling

Dimpho Senong's imaginary PhD

TIM COHEN: Ramaphosa’s arc from hope to despair

Ramaphosa started out so well, but now …

JUSTICE MALALA: What local politicians can learn from Trump

As coalition talks begin, new leaders must focus on delivery

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PODCAST: ‘Sharp Sharp’ — Helen Zille on the warpath

The DA veteran explains why Wednesday is crucial

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PODCAST: OR Tambo — the ANC fortress that cannot deliver

South Africa’s Easy Elections Guide

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PODCAST: Matjhabeng — the gold fields’ long decline

South Africa’s Easy Elections Guide

South Africa’s recovery runs through Gauteng’s city halls

Restoring stability to Gauteng’s key metros is critical to driving South Africa's broader economic recovery

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The pivot premium and the second election

The real battle for municipal power often begins afterwards, as hung councils give minor parties leverage in coalition talks

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PODCAST: ‘Sharp Sharp’ — SA and USA go poll dancing

What the local government elections mean for the Government of National Unity

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PODCAST: ZF Mgcawu — where water is the economy

South Africa’s Easy Elections Guide

CHRIS ROPER: ‘Poll Dancing’: How to pick the least kak politician

South Africa's political circus gets the comedy treatment

Elections redraw South Africa’s risk-opportunity map

South Africa's metros offer a mixed bag for business

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LETTER: A fuel-proof solution

Money for a fuel price cut can be found

LETTER: Intercape CEO is a South African hero

Why does the state not act against transport violence?

Financial Mail - 29 October 2026

As the November 4 election approaches, Johannesburg faces a pivotal moment to reset its trajectory

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PODCAST: Sol Plaatje — Kimberley’s second chance

South Africa’s Easy Elections Guide

PA leader Gayton McKenzie.

Real Politics: The kingmakers holding metros to ransom

Small parties could sway who becomes mayor in SA's commercial hub

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PODCAST: Msunduzi — the fight for Pietermaritzburg

South Africa’s Easy Elections Guide