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Race for mayors is now a national game

Mail & Guardian · 18 September 2026 at 00:00

Race for mayors is now a national game

As senior political leaders step into the ring for mayoral seats ahead of the 2026 local elections, questions arise over whether municipalities are being treated as serious governance priorities or strategic platforms for national ambitions.

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