Local government
Only 1 in 3 people vote for their municipality
Most adults in South Africa stay away from the local polls
Chart by The Outlier. Text by GroundUp Staff.
Charts | 11 September 2026
One year later, sewage is still running through these Cape Town streets
“We have seen people living in sewage, and that is not acceptable,” says Human Rights Commissioner after visit to Bloekombos and Wallacedene
By Vincent Lali
News | 8 September 2026
Ngcobo taxi drivers meet government to resolve Intercape bus dispute
On Monday afternoon, scores of taxis formed a long convoy through the town near the municipal offices. They have been striking since 18 August.
Brief | 7 September 2026
After ten years and R15-million, this municipal swimming pool is a hole in the ground
Construction of the R80-million facility in Ohlange, eThekwini, started in 2016
Brief | 3 September 2026
Elections 2026: Blunders in Mangaung are poisoning Free State water
While the municipality loses billions, sewage flows into rivers and residents struggle for water
Feature | 1 September 2026
Rural community wins court battle for access road
Ehesini’s impassable road in the Eastern Cape cut off villagers, left children struggling to access schools and ambulances unable to reach villages
Law | 27 August 2026
Eastern Cape protesters win fight against municipal manager
Dr AB Xuma Local Municipality manager Khathutshelo Mulaudzi faces allegations of mismanagement
Brief | 18 August 2026
MEC heckled and insulted by protesters
Ngcobo shut down for fourth day as residents call for removal of municipal manager
Brief | 14 August 2026
Municipal workers block streets over safety concerns
Nelson Mandela Bay workers protested because depots are without adequate security, lights, toilets and change rooms
Brief | 6 August 2026