{
  "id": 14175454,
  "title": "Political parties sign Electoral Code of Conduct in Midrand",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/political-parties-sign-electoral-code-of-conduct-in-midrand",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-13T09:51:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SABC News",
    "slug": "sabc-news",
    "url": "https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/political-parties-sign-electoral-code-of-conduct-in-midrand/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Political parties and independent candidates vying for positions in the upcoming local government elections are gathering in Midrand, just north of Johannesburg, to sign the Electoral Code of Conduct. Their commitment is to ensure a peaceful, free, and fair electoral process on November 4. Gauteng is anticipated to be one of the most fiercely contested provinces in the upcoming vote.\n\nDuring the ceremony, Gauteng PEO Thabo Masemula welcomed the guests and set the tone for the event. The pledge emphasizes the contestants' commitment to campaigning peacefully and fostering an environment conducive to free and fair elections.\n\nThe Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) General Manager for Civic and Democracy Education, Research, and Knowledge Management, Moagisi Letlhaku, reaffirmed the IEC's dedication to conducting credible elections. Letlhaku stated, \"The IEC remains steadfast in fulfilling its constitutional mandate to administer elections that are impartial, transparent, credible, and beyond reproach. We will protect the right of every voter, equally applying the law without fear, favor, or prejudice, and ensure that all contestants are afforded equal opportunity to participate in the electoral process.\"\n\nThe IEC is determined to uphold its constitutional responsibilities and guarantee that the electoral process is conducted impartially and transparently. The Electoral Code of Conduct Signing Ceremony for the 2026 Local Government Elections (LGE) was hosted by the IEC to emphasize the importance of adhering to the guidelines for a successful and equitable election.",
  "summary": "They are pledging their commitment to peaceful, free and fair elections on November 4.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}