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The upcoming 4 November 2026 Local Government Elections represent a major realignment in South African politics. This is the first municipal poll following the creation of the national multi-party Government of National Unity (GNU).

• The Johannesburg Crunch: The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) confirmed that the City of Johannesburg has recorded the highest number of political parties contesting Proportional Representation (PR) seats in history. According to the latest Ipsos Pulse of the People study, the ANC’s 31% to the DA’s 28% margin mirrors their 2021 results (33.6% vs 26.5%), confirming that neither party can secure an outright majority without local coalition partners.

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy announced the highest petrol and diesel prices in South African history. Starting next month, Petrol 93 will jump by R1.81 per litre, and Petrol 95 will spike by R1.93 per litre. Wholesale diesel is increasing by up to R2.03 per litre. The massive hikes are triggering widespread debate online regarding inflation and the rising cost of living.

The Springboks stand on the edge of a historic series victory after pulling off a breath-taking 29-24 second-half comeback against the All Blacks. Playing in front of a roaring, capacity crowd of 87,976 fans at FNB Stadium in Soweto, the world champions flexed their trademark physical muscle to claim a 2-1 series lead in the four-match Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry showdown. [1, 2]