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Mashatile urges new councillors to put voters first

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ANC deputy president Paul Mashatile spoke after voting in Kelvin, Johannesburg, on Wednesday. He said he was confident the ANC would lead in Johannesburg and asked winning councillors to focus on water, roads and jobs.

Mashatile spoke on the sidelines of his voting station. He said he hoped councillors from all parties would work for the people and not for themselves. He also urged people to vote, and warned that those who stay at home leave others to vote for them.

He said the ANC would get enough support to lead Johannesburg again and would lead in the election results. He added that people would see a lot of improvement from the ANC in the coming years.

Mashatile described the election as democratic and free, with no intimidation or violence. He said about 80 parties were campaigning in Johannesburg.

Key facts

Who
Paul Mashatile (ANC deputy president); African National Congress (political party contesting the election)
What
On election day, Paul Mashatile called on councillors who win to address water, road and jobs challenges facing residents, and said he was confident the ANC would lead in Johannesburg and the election results.
When
4 November 2026
Where
Kelvin, Johannesburg, Bronkohorstspruit
Status
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