Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen cast his vote at Northwood School in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, expressing optimism about the party's performance, especially in the Western Cape. He noted high youth voter turnout and hinted at potential surprises in the Free State. Steenhuisen anticipates coalition governments and is open to alliances with like-minded parties.
Read moreSy Mamabolo, CEO of the IEC, confirmed that home visits for special votes are ongoing and emphasized that elderly individuals still have the chance to vote. Voters who missed their special vote can still vote on Wednesday. Mamabolo also reported an increase in the number of processed votes, suggesting a higher voter turnout.
Read moreThe Kano State Assembly has repealed the controversial Emirate Council Law of 2019 and its 2023 amendment, disbanding the five emirates created by former Governor Ganduje. This move effectively dethrones the emirs and centralizes power under the current governor. Rumors suggest Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II, a former critic of Ganduje's administration, may be reinstated as the Emir of Kano.
Read moreDuduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former President Jacob Zuma, recently accused MK Party founder Jabulani Khumalo of undermining the party. She labeled Khumalo as 'an enemy of the people' following his attempt to remove Zuma from the parliamentary candidacy listing. This accusation marks a significant escalation in ongoing conflicts within the party.
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