{
  "id": 18445362,
  "title": "Results validate SACP contesting elections independently: Masuku",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/results-validate-sacp-contesting-elections-independently-masuku",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-06T04:57:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SABC News",
    "slug": "sabc-news",
    "url": "https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/sacp-happy-with-its-performance-as-vote-counting-continues/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The South African Communist Party (SACP) has welcomed its performance in the recent elections, stating that it validates the decision to contest elections independently and reflects growing support for the party's political programme. The party is currently polling above 6% in the Eastern Cape and is placed fourth in the overall results, trailing behind the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).\n\nSACP Deputy-General Secretary Madala Masuku expressed gratitude for the Red Brigades' selfless service to the Party and urged them to strengthen their continued relationship and service to the people post the 4th of November 2026. Masuku believes that the SACP's decision to contest elections independently was a wise one, as it allowed the party to re-introduce itself to the public and persuade individuals that their alternative could bring about progress in the country.\n\nMasuku made this statement while acknowledging the strong support for the SACP in the Eastern Cape, where the party is currently positioned fourth. He highlighted the party's efforts to reach out to various communities and noted the positive response from the public. He also thanked the communities for their overwhelming support, stating that their enthusiastic response has energized the party's campaign. Masuku expressed appreciation for the fact that people of all ages have been actively involved in the party's activities, with even older individuals participating wholeheartedly.",
  "summary": "The results indicate strong support for the party in the Eastern Cape.",
  "key_points": [],
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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."
}