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Every generation adds a new chapter to our story. From the struggle for freedom to the work of building better communities, the journey continues. The future calls on all of us to play our part. Together, let’s keep moving forward and build better communities. Back to the future, now. #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities
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PRECIOUS MOMENTS ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL 🖤💚💛 📍: Hope of Glory Ministries in Umlazi, Kwa-Zulu Natal #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities #MyVoteIsANC
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MAYIHLOME IHLASELE 🖤💚💛 “Quality and quantity is what will win us these elections. For us to win these elections, we have to work hard.” - Cde Cyril Ramaphosa ANC volunteers will win the upcoming local government elections for the movement. We must work ten times harder and go out in our numbers. Abantu bayamthanda uKhongolose, kufanele sibakhiphe bayovota ngo mhla ka 4. The target for us in KZN is number 1! 📍: Hope of Glory Ministries in Umlazi, Kwa-Zulu Natal #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities #MyVoteIsANC
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Ward 38 residents came together for a public meeting led by ANC NEC Member Cde Andile Lungisa, marking the final stop of the day’s programme. The meeting created space for community concerns and discussions on the issues shaping local government as the ANC continued its preparations for the 2026 Local Government Elections. #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities
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The final stop to conclude day 1 in Ethekwini, the President of the ANC, Cde Cyril Ramaphosa convened a community meeting in Umlazi at the Hope of Glory Ministries in Ward 82. #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities #MyVoteIsANC
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The final stop to conclude day 1 in Ethekwini, the President of the ANC, Cde Cyril Ramaphosa convened a community meeting in Umlazi at the Hope of Glory Ministries in Ward 82. #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities #MyVoteIsANC
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A CALL TO ACTION BY UMONGAMELI CYRIL RAMAPHOSA: “On voting day we urge everyone to go out in their numbers early and not assume that others will vote for the African National Congress. We have to work until the last day. Elections are won on the work done on the last day.“ - Cde Cyril Ramaphosa One of the ANC manifesto’s priorities are to stimulate local economies, create job opportunities where people live, and reduce bureaucratic red tape for small enterprises. We are fixing the Durban port and ensuring that Durban is the tourism Mecca that it once was. We are renewing Ethekwini. 📍: Ezimbokodweni, Kwa-Zulu Natal #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities #MyVoteIsANC
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[IN PICTURES] ANC NEC Member Cde Andile Lungisa engaged with residents of Ward 53 during a public meeting, where community concerns and local priorities took centre stage. The meeting formed part of the ANC’s ongoing efforts to connect with residents and strengthen support ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities
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Ms Janet Gumede 97 years old, a veteran of the ANC recalled her experiences during the apartheid regime and the historic role that the African National Congress (ANC) played in liberating South Africa. She acknowledged the policies of the movement that have shaped our nation. #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities #MyVoteIsANC
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The President of the ANC, Cde Cyril Ramaphosa earlier arrived in Ezimbokodweni, Ward 93 in the Ethekwini Region for a community meeting. He was warmly welcomed with singing and loud cheers by ANC volunteers. 📍: Ezimbokodweni Community Hall, Kwa-Zulu Natal #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities #MyVoteIsANC
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ANC NEC Member Cde Andile Lungisa took the ANC’s message directly to households in Ward 53, leading door-to-door engagements with residents as the movement steps up its election mobilisation and strengthens its connection with communities ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities
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ANC NEC Member Cde Andile Lungisa visited the family of Anathi Maguga following her tragic murder, to offer support to the family during this difficult time. The visit provided an opportunity to meet with the family, offer words of comfort and extend support as they navigate the painful loss of their loved one. #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities
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Transport infrastructure is essential to connecting communities and supporting development. During October Transport Month, Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy officially opened the N2/R56 Kokstad Interchange. The R795 million investment by SANRAL and the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport marks a major infrastructure development for Harry Gwala District and Kokstad Municipality, highlighting continued investment in road infrastructure and transport facilities. #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities
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ANC Deputy President Cde Paul Mashatile concludes the programme in Ward 75, Greater Johannesburg Region, Gauteng, as the ANC intensifies its engagement with communities ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections.
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As the country prepares for the polls on 4 November, residents are called upon to participate in shaping the future of their communities by turning out in numbers and voting ANC. Every vote counts in strengthening the movement’s mandate to deliver services, address community challenges and build better communities. #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities
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ANC President, Cde Cyril Ramaphosa leads the ANC’s campaign trail in Kwa-Zulu Natal. He has begun the door-to-door campaign in Ward 99. The President engages the residents on their living conditions and enquires about how families are using the social security grants provided by the ANC-led government. 📍: Magabheni Township, Kwa-Zulu Natal Province #VoteANC2026 #LetsBuildBetterCommunities #MyVoteIsANC
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We the Generation that puts Youth in Council #MyVoteIsANC #VoteANC #NotSittingThisOneOut #OurFutureOurVote #TheBatonIsOurs
They say things are too broken to fix but young people have never sat on the sidelines. From the ANC’s rich history to today’s young people, showing up is part of who we are. This generation is stepping forward to shape the future of our communities. My Vote is ANC ✊🏾

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