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ANC loses outright majority in four Sarah Baartman municipalities

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The African National Congress lost its outright majority in four municipalities in the Sarah Baartman District of the Eastern Cape. In Makana Municipality, which includes Makhanda, its council seats fell from 13 to 10.

ANC regional chair for Sarah Baartman Mabhuti Matyumza responded to the losses. He said the party still has the support and confidence of its constituents.

Matyumza also said the ANC is happy with its results in some municipalities. He said voters across the district had shown they still see the party as dependable for the future.

Key facts

Who
Mabhuti Matyumza (ANC Regional Chair for Sarah Baartman); African National Congress (political party facing declining support)
What
The African National Congress is facing declining electoral support in parts of the Sarah Baartman District in the Eastern Cape, losing outright majorities in four municipalities. In Makana Municipality, its council seats fell from 13 to 10. ANC regional chair Mabhuti Matyumza said the party still has the support of its constituents.
When
6 November 2026
Where
Sarah Baartman District, Eastern Cape, Makana Municipality
Status
Reported

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