IEC prepares to close candidate nominations on Friday

The clock is ticking for political parties and independent candidates ahead of South Africa's 2026 local government elections. Candidate nominations close at 5pm on Friday, 28 August, and the IEC says there will be no late submissions or corrections after the deadline. Africa Melane speaks to IEC Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo about what parties need to get right, why the timetable cannot…