IFP READY TO FIGHT AND WIN AS LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION 2026

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IFP READY TO FIGHT AND WIN AS LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION 2026

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IFP READY TO FIGHT AND WIN AS LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION DATE IS SET

The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) welcomes the official proclamation of the 2026 Local Government Elections with South Africans set to go to the polls on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.

The long-awaited announcement provides much-needed certainty for political parties and independent candidates alike, allowing for the finalisation of critical processes such as candidate selection, manifesto development, and compliance with Electoral Commission deadlines.

These elections are not merely procedural—they are decisive. They present a critical opportunity for the IFP to consolidate and expand its growing footprint across municipalities, while strengthening its position as a credible, people-centred alternative in local governance.

We call on all eligible citizens to take responsibility for the future of their communities by ensuring they are registered to vote. Voter registration will take place over the weekend of 20–21 June 2026, and we urge voters not to delay, but to also make use of IEC offices and online platforms to register.

The IFP has already begun mobilising communities across the country and is intensifying its campaign to present South Africans with a clear, compelling choice—one rooted in our proven track record of clean governance, responsive leadership, and effective service delivery. Our values of Ubuntu/Botho remain central to our approach, fostering mutual respect and accountability between leaders and the communities they serve.

As the election season gathers momentum, it is clear that these elections will be fiercely contested across municipalities and metros. The IFP stands ready.

Recent by-election results have reaffirmed growing public confidence in the IFP, with 47 ward victories secured since the 2021 Local Government Elections. This is a clear signal that South Africans are turning to the IFP as a trusted vehicle for change.

We firmly believe that only the IFP has the leadership, experience, and integrity to restore functionality to struggling municipalities, revive service delivery, and rebuild public trust in local government.

Finally, we call on all political parties to uphold the principles of political tolerance, respect, and peaceful engagement throughout the election period.

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ELECTORAL INTEGRITY FOLLOWING 2026 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS ANNOUNCEMENT

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ELECTORAL INTEGRITY FOLLOWING 2026 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS ANNOUNCEMENT 

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MK PARTY RAISES SERIOUS CONCERNS OVER ELECTORAL INTEGRITY FOLLOWING 2026 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS ANNOUNCEMENT 

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The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (“MK Party”) notes President Cyril Ramaphosa’s nonchalant announcement setting 4 November 2026 as the date for the Local Government Elections. 

This declaration comes against the backdrop of the deeply contested 2024 national elections, the results of which the MK Party is currently challenging in the Electoral Court, with a hearing scheduled for 18 June 2026. Central to this challenge is the conduct of the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), which interfered with a live Election Results System under the guise of “optimising updates,” resulting in a suspicious 2.5-hour system downtime. 

This episode raises serious concerns about the integrity of the IEC, an institution constitutionally mandated to uphold accountability, transparency and fairness. Reports of dumped ballot papers further erode public confidence in the electoral process. 

Equally troubling are admissions by both the IEC and the President that the premature announcement of results was driven by a need to appease “markets,” rather than to address legitimate objections raised by the MK Party and other stakeholders. 

Such actions undermine democratic principles and contribute directly to growing voter apathy and declining electoral participation. In light of these developments, the MK Party demands full accountability from the IEC. 

South Africans deserve clear answers on why a live system was tampered with, who authorised this socalled “optimisation,” and what safeguards will be implemented to prevent a recurrence. Without transparency and accountability, the credibility of the upcoming Local Government Elections remains in serious doubt. 

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Home Affairs Suspends Two Officials over AI ( Artificial Intelligence )

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Home Affairs Suspends Two Officials over AI  ( Artificial Intelligence )

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Home Affairs suspends two officials over AI use linked to revised White Paper on Citizenship and Immigration

Home Affairs suspends two officials over use of AI “hallucinations”

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is suspending two senior officials with immediate effect following the detection of apparent Artificial Intelligence (AI) “hallucinations” cited as references appended to the recently Cabinet-approved Revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection.

The precautionary suspension of a Chief Director in the relevant unit was carried out this afternoon, while the suspension of a Director involved in the drafting process will be effected on Monday. In addition to implementing precautionary suspensions, the Department has appointed two independent law firms to respectively manage the disciplinary process and review all policy documents produced by the Department dating back to 30 November 2022, when the first Large Language Model (LLM) was released to the general public. Moving forward, the Department will also design and implement AI checks and declarations as part of its internal approval processes.

Based on the Department’s initial internal review, the problem appears to be related to the list of references appended to the Revised White Paper. It seems that these references were generated and attached to the document after the fact, as they are not cited in the body of the text. Consequently, the Department has withdrawn the reference list, pending the finalisation of the independent probe to determine how the hallucinations came to be added to the list. 

However, the body of the Revised White Paper continues to accurately reflect the government’s position on the policy reforms required in these domains. These measures came about through an extensive process of cross-departmental collaboration and public consultation, and are not materially affected by the apparent AI hallucinations contained in the standalone reference list.

The Department nonetheless sincerely apologises for this unacceptable oversight. The immediate implementation of precautionary suspensions and independent review processes, as well as internal reforms, reflects our commitment to taking any and all steps required to rectify the situation, and avoid any repeats in future.

At the same time, the Department recognises the benefits of AI and that it is being widely adopted across society. It is a transformative but disruptive technology that is changing how organisations operate across the private and public sectors. 

We must now adapt to keep up. 

While regretting the embarrassment caused, the Department of Home Affairs is not only taking immediate corrective action but also regards this painful experience as an opportunity to further modernise our internal processes in order to keep pace with a rapidly changing world.

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SOUTH AFRICA BORDER CONTROL AND WORKPLACE COMPLIANCE

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SOUTH AFRICA BORDER CONTROL AND WORKPLACE COMPLIANCE 

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Government advances SoNA commitments on border control and workplace compliance

Firm borders, fair laws: government delivers on SoNA commitments to restore order at ports of entry and workplaces.

Government notes ongoing public discourse on immigration, particularly on issues related to illegal immigration, and wishes to reaffirm its commitment to safeguarding South Africa’s sovereignty, security, and the rule of law, while upholding the country’s constitutional values and respect for human dignity.

 

Government is strengthening measures to address illegal immigration, including tightening border controls to combat unlawful entry, illicit trade, and fraudulent activities that undermine revenue collection and the rule of law. 

These efforts form part of a broader programme to modernise and reform South Africa’s immigration and border management system into one that is secure, efficient, and responsive to the needs of a modern economy.

 Key to this transformation is the introduction of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, which will enhance the country’s ability to manage the movement of people in a secure, transparent, and efficient manner.

 

As part of ongoing reforms, Government has also taken steps to improve infrastructure at ports of entry, including the planned redevelopment of major land ports through strategic partnerships, aimed at improving security, efficiency, and service delivery.

 

Government emphasises that South Africa is a peaceful and responsible member of the international community, committed to maintaining strong and constructive relations with countries across the region and the world. The country remains guided by the principles of cooperation, mutual respect, and shared development, while firmly upholding the rule of law within its borders. All individuals within the country are expected to comply with the law and contribute positively to society.

 

Members of the public are strongly encouraged to work together with law enforcement authorities in addressing concerns related to illegal immigration and unlawful activities. Such concerns should be reported to the South African Police Service, immigration authorities, or other relevant law enforcement agencies to ensure they are addressed lawfully and effectively. In this regard, members of the public are urged not to take the law into their own hands. 

 

To date deportations have increased by 46% and since April 2023 the newly Border Management Authority has deported 500 000 people. Immediate steps are being taken to demolish and rebuild South Africa’s six busiest land ports of entry as part of a transformative Public-Private Partnership (PPP). The six ports are Lebombo, Beitbridge, Oshoek, Kopfontein, Maseru Bridge and Ficksburg.

 

In addition as per President Ramaphosa’s SONA 2026 announcement the Department Labour and employment is in the process of hiring 10,000 additional permanent labour inspectors this year to strengthen enforcement of labour laws, combat exploitation, and ensure compliance alongside police and Home Affairs. This massive expansion aims to boost the existing ~2,300 inspectors and focus on auditing compliance.

 

Government will continue working with relevant stakeholders to ensure that immigration is managed in a manner that protects national interests and the safety of citizens, while promoting economic growth and maintaining social cohesion.

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High Vacancy rate at Barberton Correctional Facilities

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High Vacancy rate at Barberton Correctional Facilities

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Parliament raises concerns about high vacancy rate at Barberton correctional facilities

The Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services yesterday visited the Barberton Maximum Correctional Centre and Barberton Town Youth Centre, raising concerns about the high vacancy rate at both facilities.

The Chairperson of the committee, Ms Kgomotso Anthea Ramolobeng, noted 20 vacant posts at the Youth Centre, and at the Maximum facility, 46 (or 17.55%) of the 262 posts are vacant. “We are concerned because 46 is an extremely high number. We, as the Portfolio Committee, are very clear that where there are funded posts or vacancies, you (Department of Correctional Services, DCS) ought to fill them. Let’s start with the recruitment process. If it is unfunded posts, we can understand that.”

The Chairperson also called for better planning of human resources. She noted that upcoming retirements are known well in advance, so planning to fill these positions can begin early.

The visits form part of the committee’s week-long oversight visit to Mpumalanga. On Wednesday, the oversight visit began with a walkabout of both facilities.

Members of the committee visited the kitchen, medical unit, remand detainee section, sentenced offenders’ section and the educational facility. The committee commended the cleanliness of the facilities, stating that,given the numbers housed here, the facilities are fairly clean and well-maintained.

At the Youth Centre, the committee noted self-sustaining projects such as woodwork, where school benches are fixed or built, as well as a thriving garden patch. The committee commended the centres for the level of education, both basic and tertiary, provided there. It urged that more funding be made available for education, as it appears that inmates at the centres have an appetite to improve their lives in preparation for reintegration. “It seems like inmates want to participate in skills development, but the resources are limited,” said the Chairperson.

The Youth Centre caters for inmates aged 14 to 24. The committee noted that here, two freezers in the cold room were not working. Five pots at the Maximum facility were not working, and two were partially functioning. “This needs to be addressed before more equipment breaks, and then we will need to run around, not being able to cook for inmates,” said the Chairperson. Ms Ramolobeng further raised concerns about the kitchen at the Youth facility not having dedicated areas to prepare food for inmates with specific dietary requirements.

The Chairperson said the committee was surprised that the centre housed a total of 700 inmates who were serving life sentences. The centre has a bed capacity of 780 but currently houses 1 183 inmates, of whom 117 are foreign nationals. This constitutes 151% overcrowding.

“This is quite a high number,” said Ms Ramoboleng. “So, if you take this into account compared to your vacancy rate, it is extremely concerning. We have only seen such high figures at the likes of Kgosi Mampuru Maximum Correctional Centre.”

The committee will next visit the Standerton and Middleburg Correctional Centres.

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