GOOD Party mayoral candidates warned to serve voters with integrity or face axe

The GOOD Party has cautioned its mayoral candidates and councillors that they may face disciplinary measures, including removal from office, if they fail to serve voters with integrity. This warning follows the party's announcement of its Western Cape mayoral candidates on Sunday, who were required to sign a public ethics pledge before the 4 November 2026 local government elections.

The candidates demonstrated their commitment to the party's values by signing a pledge to adhere to the party’s ethics and code of conduct. GOOD Party leader Patricia de Lille emphasized the importance of capable and ethical leadership, stating that candidates must commit upfront to serve as ethical leaders, as they cannot claim ignorance of the standard later.

De Lille acknowledged that being elected to public office is a privilege that carries the responsibility to serve with integrity, act ethically, and remain available to the people they represent. She vowed not to enrich herself through public office and to remain free from corruption in any form. The pledge also stated that failing to serve with integrity or honor these commitments would result in party discipline, which could include removal from office.

The party's commitment to integrity is particularly significant after a ward councillor candidate in the City of Cape Town faced serious allegations of domestic violence, involving his wife and daughter. His next court appearance is scheduled for 8 September 2026. GOOD Secretary-General Brett Herron was appointed as the party's mayoral candidate for the City of Cape Town, urging potential partners to address affordability and housing crises and gang violence in the metropole.