The African National Congress (ANC) in the Moses Mabhida region of KwaZulu-Natal has expressed its willingness to work with all political parties and respect the outcome of the 2026 local government elections. This comes amid declining voter support for the party in uMgungundlovu. According to preliminary results, the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party is leading in several local municipalities. The ANC's position was announced as counting draws to a close in the district municipality.
The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) in uMgungundlovu has concluded counting in six municipalities, while Msunduzi remains behind schedule, with only 50% of results captured. Disruptions at voting stations caused delays in the counting process. ANC Moses Mabhida regional Co-ordinator Zet Luzipho emphasized that the will of the people must be respected, regardless of the election outcome. He stated that voting is every person's democratic right and the outcome is the people's voice.
Luzipho also said the ANC is prepared to work with other political parties, stressing the importance of respecting voters' decisions. The party's stance comes as the MK Party clinches wards in municipalities across KZN, signaling a significant change in political support across the province. The ANC's willingness to engage with other parties underlines its commitment to respecting the changing electoral fortunes in uMgungundlovu.
The 2026 local government elections have seen the MK Party emerge as a strong contender in several municipalities. This shift in political support is being closely watched as the final results are awaited. The IEC is working to complete the counting process and announce the official results. The ANC's Moses Mabhida region is one of the areas where the party's support has declined.
Despite the decline in support, the ANC remains a major player in KZN politics. The party has a long history in the province and has traditionally been a dominant force in local government elections. However, the emergence of the MK Party as a strong contender has changed the dynamics of the elections. The ANC's willingness to work with other parties may be seen as a pragmatic response to the changing political landscape.
The IEC has been working to ensure that the elections are free and fair. The commission has been monitoring the counting process closely and has taken steps to address any irregularities. The final results of the elections are expected to be announced soon. The ANC's stance on working with other parties is likely to have implications for the formation of municipal councils in KZN.
The ANC's Moses Mabhida regional Co-ordinator Zet Luzipho reiterated the party's commitment to respecting the election outcome. He emphasized that the party will work with all political parties to ensure that the interests of the people are represented. The ANC's willingness to engage with other parties may help to promote stability and cooperation in the municipalities.
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- ANC in KZN willing to work with all parties after declining support.
