Disinformation can be highly impactful. For instance, in Kenya, it has sparked cross-border violence, causing an economic standstill and resulting in numerous deaths and widespread chaos.

The eThekwini Municipality will charge political parties and independent candidates for failing to remove election posters.

There has been one figure of stability in the last 14 years of political turmoil in the UK – Larry the Downing Street cat.

To fund their election campaigns, UK’s political parties can count on millions of pounds from generous donors – without any limit.

UK Labour leader Keir Starmer is a former human rights lawyer whose work ethic look set to propel him to Britain’s highest political office.

MK Party claims it has taken legal action to delay the inaugural session of the National Assembly, following allegations of election fraud.

The EFF has not ruled out the possibility of working with the ANC to form a coalition as the ruling party’s support has plummeted below 50%^.

The CSIR’s predictions for 400 seats in Parliament are looking ominous for some ANC and EFF politicians who hoped to become MPs.

The City of Tshwane has denied accusations of election sabotage following service interruptions on Wednesday.

Malema says unseating the ruling ANC is their main election objective and as the EFF, they are not bothered by the DA.

Police Minister Bheki Cele confirmed that South African Police Service members will escort all ballot papers, to counting stations.

Today, prisoners, politicians and other South Africans vote for 400 members of the National Assembly, who will then choose a president.

Orania’s Wynand Boshoff believes ‘South Africa is an artificial union’ and expects elections to hasten divisions.

To ensure smooth national and provincial elections, 2828 members of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) will be deployed.

Home Affairs extends branch hours for the 29 May elections, facilitating ID services to accommodate first-time voters’ demand.

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The IEC says as of Monday afternoon an estimated 201 000 voting station visits of special votes were processed in 22 000 service points.

Natjoints calls for peaceful resolution of taxi disputes within the transport industry as the nation prepares for elections.

Elections 2024 unrest and violence warnings have been communicated by various companies, including the SAPS.

A prominent ANC official was spotted wearing R25 000 designer Louis Vuitton sneakers while canvassing for votes ahead of the elections…

Electoral Commission of South Africa has affirmed its readiness to facilitate the special votes set to be cast on Monday and Tuesday.

The Eastern Cape is set for the 2024 National and Provincial Government Elections scheduled from 27 to 29 May.

Minister Bheki Cele inaugurated the NATJOINTS Centre, enhancing operations before South Africa’s elections.

Carte Blanche reveals the challenges that independent candidates often encounter as they navigate the intricate terrain of elections.

South African-born cricketer Kevin Pietersen – who moved to England over the ‘quota system’ – claims the country has reached ‘rock bottom’.

The Soccer Party took part in the 1994 elections under the leadership of James Mange, who was sentenced to death for high treason in 1979.

Numsa general secretary Irvin Jim says its members should stay away from the ‘worst political butchers’ on election day.

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The Pretoria High Court affirmed a judgment mandating Eskom to ensure continuous power supply to essential facilities.

Zuma told the MK supporters his belief that judges hatred towards him, he expressed the necessity for changes in South Africa’s laws.

NATJOINTS has assured South Africans that they have adequate plans to ensure the upcoming elections proceed smoothly.

Springbok RG Snyman enjoyed boerewors and banter with fellow Saffas abroad as he cast his special vote this weekend ahead of the elections.

the National Joint Operational Structure disclosed during a media briefing that over 650 voting stations are hotspots.

NATJOINTS warns against political poster vandalism ahead of 2024 elections, emphasising respect for democratic processes.

To ensure safe elections, the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) declares South Africa well-prepared.

Build One South Africa invites the community to engage with its leaders while their team competes in soccer matches against local sides.

The elderly woman is seen strolling back from the shops when she comes across a poster of the ANC presidential candidate affixed to a tree.

Political analyst stated on Tuesday that while the EFF will likely achieve a commendable performance, it is unlikely to surpass the DA.

The technology firm has established an election resource hub on its website dedicated to the South African elections.

Despite their candidate list needing approval, ACT national spokesperson Prince Mabena stated that the party is on the ballot paper.

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Three unregistered political parties couldn’t delay this month’s elections. ACT spokesperson suspects rogue elements amid mass resignations.

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While Ramaphosa was on the ANC campaign route, he made a detour to Rands Cape Town ,where he embraced a new role for the day as a DJ.

Political figures come together in prayer at the Grace Bible church in Soweto, seeking the integrity and fairness of upcoming elections.

Chad’s junta leader Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno is hoping to sweep 6 May elections and extend the rule of his family over the African country.

The Justice, Crime Prevention, and Security Cluster is implementing a strategy to oversee high-risk regions during elections.

Britain’s Conservative party is expected to suffer losses in local elections this week, increasing pressure on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

Former England cricketer Monty Panesar is to stand at the next UK general election for the fringe Workers Party of Britain.

Led by the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, the government is taking steps to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process.

Thabo Mbeki is facing criticism for what some are calling inconsistency, as he campaigned for the ANC in Soweto on Thursday.

Fikile Mbalula dismisses that any opposition party could successfully unseat the ANC from government, saying they are big dreamers.

Panyaza Lesufi has rejected forecasts indicating that the party’s performance in the upcoming elections will drop below 40%.

The IEC has received over 10 000 requests from voters who need special votes or won’t be able to vote at their registered polling stations.

The DA has been advised that it could lose backing from Muslim voters due to its perceived support for Israel.

The IEC says thirty-one political parties will contest the elections for the first time since the first democratic elections in 1994.

The IEC says the MK Party has given them notice that Jabulani Khumalo has been replaced by Jacob Zuma as leader of the party.

Water shortages may pose a significant challenge during elections, especially with an upcoming water shutdown scheduled for next week.

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula says even if the ANC loses the trademark case against the MK Party, they will appeal it.

EFF leader Julius Malema told Muslim voters in Lenasia, Johannesburg to reject political parties that support Israel.

The University fo Fort Hare will host panelists from the five biggest political parties in South Africa that ill contest the eletions.

DA Chief Whip Siviwe Gwarube says there was a prima facie case to be answered by the former Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula.

ActionSA says it would be confusing for South Africans to hear parties from the MPC aligning themselves to the ANC.

Rise Mzansi leader Songezo Zibi wrote in an open letter to Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen.

ActionSA has proposed a three-year period in which students do have no obligation to pay back student loans after graduating.

Former President Jacob Zuma celebrated his 82nd birthday on Friday with many wishing him well on his quest for a political comeback.

The MK Party says IEC Commissioner Janet Love publicly declared that Zuma was not eligible for elections before an objection was even made.

Former first lady Melania Trump stole the spotlight at a star-studded Republican fundraiser in Palm Beach.

The IEC says it is challenging the Electoral Court over its decision to allow MK Party leader Jacob Zuma to appear on the ballot paper.

THE ACDP visited the Northern Cape where residents of Platfontein said water and electricity were a big challenge in the area.

The face of the MK Party, Jacob Zuma, told supporters outside of the court that the party will get a two-thirds majority come 29 May.

Former MK Party Youth League president Bonginkosi Khanyile said there would be consequences if Zuma were not on the ballot paper.

The DA says the submission was a result of complaints from South Africans residing in Perth as well as other cities.

The IEC says it will request the Electoral Court to provide reasons for dismissing its decision to bar Zuma from contesting the elections.

ANC national chairperson Gwede Mantashe says the newly formed uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party will not trouble the ruling party in KZN.

The South African Electoral Court has allowed former president Jacob Zuma to run in May’s general elections.

Advocate Dali Mpofu was terending on social media after his performance at the Electoral Court where Zuma won his appeal against the IEC.

MK Party leader and former President Jacob Zuma won his appeal against the Independent Electoral Commission on Tuesday.

Steenhuisen made remarks about mercenary parties like the PA, Rise Mzansi, GOOD and NCC trying to unseat his party in the Western Cape.

Zuma approached the Electoral Court to appeal the IEC’s decision to disqualify him from standing for public office in the upcoming elections.

Zuma’s lawyer argued that he only served three months of his 15 months sentence therefore he should be allowed to stand for public office.

DA leader John Steenhuisen says party supporters must go out and vote in numbers to avoid corruption-infested coalition governments.

Hillary Clinton and playwright Lin-Manuel Miranda joined forces for a fundraiser in support of President Joe Biden’s reelection campaign.

IEC Chairperson Mosotho Moepya says political violence and spreading false intimidation must be dealt with swiftly.

The MK Party says party members who incite violence will be disciplined by the party or even get expelled said the spokesperson.

FF Plus MP Corne Mulder and premier candidate in the Western Cape says there will be a coalition government in the Western Cape.

The EFF says Mapisa-Nqakula’s resignation comes as a result of mounting pressure and public scrutiny after weeks of speculation of her arrest.

MK Party supporter Visvin Reddy says he is charged under the same Act used to charge former President Nelson Mandela.

Former President Jacob Zuma’s lawyers argue that Zuma was not convicted of a crime but a civil offence therefore he should stand.

MK Party says the IEC never furnished it with the reasons for the objection and the party has filed an appeal.

‘We are here to ask the church to pray to strengthen the work that we are doing’: Fikile Mbalula has offered to donate R200k to a church.

BOSA party’s candidate for Gauteng Premier Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster says the cost of housing is too high.

The MK Party was told by the IEC that a candidate can be disqualified if they have been sentenced to more than 12 months in prison.

RISE Mzansi says it’s been asked by communities across South Africa to take up the plight of people over the age of 35.

DA provincial leader in KZN Francois Rodgers says the party is banking on its Zulu-speaking premier candidate, Chris Pappas.

EFF leader Julius Malema says the party could overtake the DA and become the official opposition party in South Africa.

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa says there are forces seeking to use this election to undo the ANC and dislodge it from power.

ANC Deputy President Paul Mashatile says the church has played a big role in building the ANC and South Africa as a nation.

The IEC says the objection process is among the various milestones in the candidate nomination process, which closed on 8 March.