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LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026: Meet the candidates: eThekwini
Politics2026 local government elections
The MK party, led by Jacob Zuma, is on track to win a majority in eThekwini in the 4 November elections, which would give the party its first metro.
The ANC led eThekwini with 42% of the vote in the 2021 municipal elections, but the rise of the MK party has severely weakened the ANC.
- Coverage on "LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026: Meet the candidates: eThekwini" is documented across center and left-leaning reporting.
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Key Takeaways
- MK party is leading in eThekwini with 55% support
- eThekwini has a R70-billion budget
- The 4 November elections will determine the metro's largest party
Media Spectrum
Total: 11 sources•Published: 14d ago•Last Updated: 14d ago
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Top Framing Differences
- Left: Polls indicate the MK party is on track to win a majority in eThekwini in the 4 November elections, which would give Jacob Zuma’s party its first metro. Meet the MK party candidate and her rivals vyin…
- Center: USA TODAY Sports ranked every all of the coaches making their debuts in 2026, and Kentucky football coach Will Stein rated well.
- Right: Coverage gap: Currently unaddressed by verified outlets on this side of the spectrum.
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What's Next
Expected Outcomes
- The 4 November elections will determine the metro's largest party
Why It Matters
The outcome will impact the control of eThekwini's R70-billion budget
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