Cabinet satisfied with preparations for LGE
Ntshavheni says that co-ordination between local, provincial and national government is in place.
The Cabinet expressed satisfaction with the government's preparations for the upcoming local government elections (LGE). Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni stated that coordination between various levels of government is in place to ensure a free, fair, and credible electoral process. She regretted the violence that has occurred, resulting in the deaths of at least five councillors.
Cabinet welcomed efforts to increase voter participation and combat misinformation, and encouraged all South Africans to participate in the democratic process. The Cabinet condemned the recent killings of councillors and praised the rapid response of law enforcement agencies. They urged South Africans to uphold political tolerance and reject violence.
Eskom's performance has been noted as improving, with 467 consecutive days without loadshedding since May 2025. Cabinet also called for public comment on the draft revised Electricity Pricing policy aimed at reducing costs while maintaining fair tariffs. The government is monitoring the flooding disaster in Nepal, where six South Africans are missing among 1,400 affected.
They are working with international cooperation to assist stranded South Africans and will provide updates on developments.
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