APC registers to contest local elections in 58 municipalities
Municipalities are failing to deliver good basic services due to corruption and poor leadership.
The African People’s Convention (APC) has announced its intent to participate in the upcoming Local Government Elections slated for 2026, according to the party's President, Themba Godi. Godi declared that the APC has registered to contest the elections in 58 municipalities spread across seven provinces. This announcement came during a launch event for the APC's 2026 local government election manifesto in Louis Trichardt, a city in the Limpopo province.
During the launch, Godi highlighted the pressing issue of inadequate provision of basic services by municipalities. He asserted that corruption and poor leadership are the primary reasons municipalities are unable to deliver the essential services people deserve. Godi argued that the root cause of these issues lies in the quality of leadership.
He pointed out that if leaders are corrupt or incompetent, they will prioritize their own interests over those of the people, thereby failing to deliver on public service promises. Godi's comments underscore the central theme of his campaign: the need for credible leaders who can effectively serve the public interest.
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