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IEC Chairperson Mosotho Moepya briefs the media after the proclamation of the 2026 Local Government Elections date, outlining key deadlines, candidate nominations and preparations ahead of the 4 November polls.
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Tackling disinformation: The IEC's strategy for the 2026 elections

As South Africa approaches its local government elections, the battle for voter trust intensifies amid rising disinformation.

  • Wendy Jasson Da Costa
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