Geordin Hill-Lewis claims resounding mandate in Cape Town race
The Democratic Alliance (DA) is declaring an early victory in the City of Cape Town
The Democratic Alliance (DA) party in Cape Town has claimed a significant victory in the recent city elections, with party leader Geordin Hill-Lewis projecting that the party secured around 58% of the vote. Hill-Lewis expressed gratitude to the residents of Cape Town for their overwhelming support, stating that the results reflect a strong endorsement from the electorate.
According to the latest provisional results, the DA is leading with approximately 61.3% of the vote, clearly ahead of the ANC, which is trailing with 11.2%. Hill-Lewis described this as a resounding mandate from the voters and looked forward to serving another term as mayor. He emphasized the importance of acknowledging the dedication of every Cape Town resident who voted, despite the challenges they faced in lining up for extended periods.
Hill-Lewis concluded by expressing his appreciation for the DA supporters who participated in the election process, vowing to continue serving the city with the same dedication as he had for the past five years.
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