Author: Jan Gerber

ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula emphasizes that the election results represent the will of the people of South Africa and condemns any threats of violence during the official declaration of the results. The ANC is open to coalition talks, but discussions regarding the removal of President Cyril Ramaphosa are off-limits. Mbalula stresses the importance of respecting the Constitution and the rule of law in all decisions moving forward. Despite the ANC losing its outright national majority for the first time, Mbalula remains positive and commends the people of South Africa for participating in a free and fair election. He is firm…

The ANC is projected to lose its outright grip on several provinces in the 2024 elections. (Alfonso Nqunjana/News24) After 97.84% of the votes were counted, the ANC had just over 40% of the national vote. Several new parties are likely to obtain seats in Parliament. Find everything you need to know about the 2024 general elections on News24’s Elections Hub. It’s almost official: with 97.84% of the votes captured, the ANC had 40.12% of the national vote. The DA has 21.74%, while uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) is set to replace the EFF as the third-biggest party. Voter turnout is estimated…

A woman casting her vote in Nkandla. (Alfonso Nqunjana/News24) A survey by the Human Sciences Research Council found 3% of voters were coerced into drawing their cross behind a party. However, the overwhelming majority of respondents said the elections were free and fair. Track the latest results via our Elections Map. In the latest elections, 3% of the electorate were coerced into changing their vote, according to the Human Sciences Research Council’s Election Satisfaction Survey. Despite this coercion, the majority of voters still considered the elections to be free and fair. The survey, conducted at 300 voting stations with 13,155…

IEC general manager Granville Abrahams briefs the media on Thursday evening at the National Results Operations Centre. (Jan Gerber/News24) Despite a ballot box going missing in KwaZulu-Natal, the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) continues its work during the election. The lost ballot box contained counted votes and is being actively searched for despite the error being deemed inexcusable. With just over 55% of voting districts’ results captured, the turnout so far stands at 58.69%, expected to rise with metro results. The IEC is urging vigilance to locate the missing ballot box. Key factors influencing the delay in election…

Counting Down to Election Day: Updates on South African Voting Trends As South Africans prepare to cast their votes on Wednesday, polling data reveals interesting insights into voter sentiment. The latest tracking poll shows a slight increase in support for the ANC, a decline for the DA, and the EFF maintaining around 10%. However, the actual election results could differ significantly, with previously undecided voters playing a crucial role in shaping the outcome. The final rallies held by major parties over the weekend marked the last push for votes before the big day. The Social Research Foundation’s tracking poll data…

President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law at the Union Buildings West Wing courtyard in Pretoria on 15 May. In a surprising turn of events, the public signing of the NHI Bill did not translate into increased support for the ANC, as evidenced by the Social Research Foundation’s tracking poll showing a decrease in party popularity post-legislation approval. Informing oneself about political developments is crucial for shaping a prosperous future. Stay informed with News24, providing 25 years of reliable news coverage. Subscribe now to access this story and a world of news dedicated to informing,…

Deputy National Commissioner for Policing and Special Operations, Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili, expressed satisfaction with the police’s operational plan for the upcoming 29 May general elections. The police have vowed to show “zero tolerance” towards any threats, intimidation, or road closures before, during, and after the elections, following reports of a group of truck drivers planning road closures. In a briefing just 10 days before the highly anticipated elections, General Tebello Mosikili outlined the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (Natjoints) plan for the elections. The police are prepared to ensure the safety and security of all citizens during the…

The National Assembly decided to postpone the plugging of a hole in party funding legislation by a week for further consultation. This delay will give more time to discuss a motion that aims to address gaps in the Electoral Matters Amendment Act, particularly related to party funding regulations. The resolution seeks to empower the president to set regulations regarding the declaration of donations by political parties and independents. With the recent implementation of the Electoral Matters Amendment Act, there are currently no limits on donations until the National Assembly approves a resolution allowing the president to establish regulations. The postponement…