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Gaxa Lolo, 91, of Gwatyu village in Mthatha has voted in each election since 1994, hoping for clean running water and youth employment.
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Hope, frustration and a demand for change at the polls

More than 1.4 million Eastern Cape voters turned out for the local government elections despite severe infrastructure challenges, disrupted voting stations, and ongoing service delivery frustrations across rural communities.

The kits handed over to braai vendors at the weekend. Picture: SUPPLIED

Festive boost for Marina Glen braai operators as metro hands over new gear

Thirty-eight informal braai operators at Marina Glen, known as eBuhlanti, have received new catering equipment worth R268,400 from Buffalo City metro to boost their trade ahead of the festive rush.

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa with Nomvula Mokonyane and Gwen Ramokgoba during the ANC Siyanqoba Rally is underway at Sisa Dukashe Stadium in Mdantsane.
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We're unstoppable in Eastern Cape — Ramaphosa

At the ANC's final Siyanqoba rally in Mdantsane, President Cyril Ramaphosa declared that the party will retain control of the Eastern Cape despite growing opposition and service delivery challenges.

By 11am on Sunday, supporters had already filled nearly half the Sisa Dukashe Stadium, with more streaming in and making their way to their seats.
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ANC pulls out all stops at Mdantsane pre-election rally

The ANC has mobilised its top national and provincial leadership for a major rally in Mdantsane, where President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses thousands of supporters ahead of the local government elections.

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More management ructions at BCM's under-fire development agency

Leadership turbulence continues at the Buffalo City Metro Development Agency as acting CEO Sabelo Mavundla steps down to return to his CFO post, clashing with the council-approved secondment of Vincent Pillay to the same role.

ANC general secretary Fikile Mbalula with Dr Rubusana regional chairperson Princess Faku during his campaign train in Gompo Hall in Duncan Village on Tuesday.
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ANC a shield for SA's people, Mbalula says

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has urged supporters in Duncan Village to defend freedom by voting for the party, calling it a vital shield for South Africans.

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula addresses party members at a mini-rally in Zwelitsha on Monday. Picture: ZIYANDA ZWENI
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Mbalula urges ANC unity ahead of elections

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has urged supporters in Buffalo City Metro to prioritise election campaigning, stating mayoral leadership discussions will follow in due course.

ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa was so impressed with 89-year-old Liza Nogqala's knitting that he purchased a jersey during his door-to-door visit in Mdantsane on Friday. Picture: MARK ANDREWS © DAILY DISPATCH
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Ramaphosa banks on Eastern Cape and key strongholds to bolster ANC election drive

ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa rallied supporters in the Eastern Cape's Buffalo City Metro, saying the party is relying on key provincial strongholds to power its upcoming municipal election campaign.

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Rival parties roll out the big guns in Buffalo City

Political parties are rolling out their senior leaders in Buffalo City Metro ahead of the local government elections. Cyril Ramaphosa and Julius Malema are leading campaigns as the ANC seeks to defend its majority in the key Eastern Cape…

The new R40m waste management fleet handed over earlier this week. The trucks are due to be rolled out to Mdantsane soon. Picture: SUPPLIED

Buffalo City Metro deploys R40m refuse fleet to clean up Mdantsane

Ten new refuse trucks are expected to roll out across Mdantsane soon after the Buffalo City Metro handed over the vehicles for use in the township's wards.

Border Cricket administrator Greg Fredericks, Buffalo City mayor Princess Faku and Local organising committee chief operating officer Edward Khoza during the inspection of Buffalo Park Cricket stadium on Wednesday. Picture: Sino Majangaza
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Scramble for tickets ahead of World Cup games

Over 600,000 ticket ballot entries have already flooded in for the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup fixtures at Buffalo Park, with organisers urging fans to apply before the November 21 deadline.

The UMkhonto we Sizwe Party senior leader, former ANC Buffalo City Metro councillor Nozizwe Otola.
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ANC accused of underhanded tactics ahead of election

Opposition parties in Buffalo City Metro have accused the ANC of employing underhanded election tactics, including defacing campaign posters and running an alleged 'jobs-for-votes' scheme through the EPWP.