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MK party members' 'killers' face the music

Several suspects arrested for the murders of MK Party members have recently appeared in court. This development follows heightened tensions and violence leading up to the elections. 

WATCH: SNL24 caught up with Nota Nhlamulo Baloyi at Home Affairs

@snl24sa Long queues form at Home Affairs nationwide as South Africans rush for temporary IDs ahead of the elections tomorrow. SNL24 caught up with @Nota Nhlamulo Baloyi in Randburg earlier today. #SNL24 #elections #elections2024 #southafrica #nota #homeaffairs #IDBook #iec @DailySunOfficial ? original sound - SNL24

Party used ChatGPT to write manifesto

Mpho Dagada, leader of Arise SA, is making waves in the 2024 elections with his bold declaration, "I am the vision." Dagada's dynamic leadership and innovative ideas are gaining attention as he positions himself as a transformative force in South African politics.

MK hits ANC with election ban

The Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has filed a petition urging the Electoral Court to intervene and prevent the ANC from participating in the upcoming elections. Citing concerns over alleged misconduct and violations, the MK Party seeks to halt the ANC's involvement in the electoral process.

@dailysunofficial MK Party has asked the IEC to disqualify the @anc_live from participating in the 2024 elections. Daily Sun journalist  @Mfundi Mkhulisi filed this report. Click the link in our bio to stay updated on our election coverage.@SNL24  #DailySun #elections #election2024 #mk #mkparty #umkhontowesizwe #jacobzuma #anc #iec #snl24 #foryou ? original sound - DailySunOfficial

LISTEN | Celebs speak out: Buhle Samuels, Gigi Lamayne, and Fezeka Dlamini share views on #Elections2024

SHOCK: Maskandi star ditches ANC for IFP!    

Maskandi star Dlubheke has publicly declared his support for the IFP, surprising many due to his previous support for the ANC. He believes his vote for the IFP reflects his desire for change in South Africa. Despite not performing at political rallies, Dlubheke's decision is influenced by the political landscape's impact on his life. 

IEC beefs up security after break-in

The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) is addressing security concerns following a break-in at one of its facilities in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), which has been linked to the Umkhonto we Sizwe Party (MK) group. The incident has raised questions about the safety and integrity of the upcoming elections.

ACT warns of ANC vote rigging tactics!

Ace Magashule, the leader of the African Congress for Transformation (ACT), has called on opposition parties to be vigilant during the election, citing concerns over potential vote manipulation by the ANC. He referenced a video showing electoral officials delivering ballots to an unauthorized location in Hammarsdale, KZN, without security, accusing the ANC of a long-standing culture of vote-rigging.

WATCH: Zuma says no to booze!

[WATCH] Zuma said young people should reduce alcohol consumption and make education fashionable @dailysunsa pic.twitter.com/LMck0DgZP3

— Bulelwa Maphanga (@BulieeM) May 26, 2024

'We live in constant fear in our own homes'

MZANSI citizens who applied for special votes headed to the polls as the election fever began to build on Monday, 27 May. The elderly residents of Ward 53 in Soweto were paid home visits and offered the opportunity to practice their democratic rights by casting their vote.

Election rigging: Is Zuma spilling secrets?

According to self-proclaimed hip-hop music pioneer Nota Baloyi, former president Jacob Zuma allegedly has insider knowledge about election rigging tactics, suggesting that certain parties may be manipulating votes. Nota hinted that the MK party has extensive surveillance and is vigilant about these practices.

Zuma knows all vote rigging tricks… MK Party has eyes & ears everywhere. Surprisingly for some the EFF is sleeping while votes are being stolen, why are they so sure of themselves? They should be worried unless they’re also part of the rigging syndicate!??pic.twitter.com/ixpb3HKvbn

— MORAL Authority (@lavidaNOTA) May 26, 2024

Pappas and Mnikathi’s plan to save SA

DA leaders Chris Pappas and Sandile Mnikathi outline their vision for saving Mzansi in the upcoming 2024 elections. They emphasize the importance of effective governance, job creation, and fighting corruption as key strategies to improve the country. The duo highlights the DA's commitment to these goals and calls on South Africans to support their party for a better future.

WATCH: Mbeki throws Zuma under the bus

@truewayfarer "Jacob Zuma has broken the relationship and he is no longer a Comrade" - Former President Thabo Mbeki #zuma #mkparty #thabombeki #anc #comrades #southafrica #politics #elections #campaign #29may #viral #trending #tiktok ? original sound - True Wayfarer

MK Party members gunned down

Two members of the Umkhonto weSizwe military veterans association were tragically shot and killed in Ekurhuleni. The incident has sparked outrage and concern among the community and political figures. The motive behind the killings is currently under investigation, with authorities working diligently to uncover the circumstances surrounding the attack.

WATCH: IEC material found in a spaza shop

IEC voting material found in the Tuckshop of ANC branch leader.

MK Party #NightShift reported 16 more cases of IEC material stored at households in KZN & GP. pic.twitter.com/fEAjQV61bb

— Vote MK Party 29 May 2024 (@Real_Mjita) May 27, 2024

WATCH: 'How Julius Malema's English improved in weeks'

@mindscapedpodcast1 Watch the full episode to get the full context of this discussion. This is just a clip. Watch more here https://linktr.ee/mindscapedpodcast #SAMA28 #elections2024 #southafrica #elections2024???? #MindscapedPodcast ? original sound - Mindscaped Podcast

Mzansi answers Daily Sun editor's call!

DAILY SUN editor Amos Mananyetso asked for people's opinions on the upcoming elections, and many shared their thoughts. Some are frustrated, others excited, but the bottom line - Elections 2024 is daar! 

IFP's final plea: Save our province from 'THIEVES!'  

In the final stretch of the election campaign, IFP leader Velenkosini Hlabisa urged South Africans to vote thoughtfully, emphasizing the critical nature of the elections for the country's future. During the IFP's Siyanqoba rally in Richards Bay, KZN, Hlabisa highlighted the urgency of addressing the nation's crisis and the need to oust the current government plagued by corruption.

 WATCH: IEC dismisses vote rigging claims by MK Party 

The story revolves around concerns over the integrity of the upcoming elections in South Africa on Wednesday, 29 May 2024, sparked by a video alleging vote rigging by a member of the Umkhonto Wesizwe Party (MK) from KwaXimba, Cato Ridge, KZN. The video claims that ballot papers were cast prematurely in Hammarsdale and left unguarded. 

Not sure who to vote for at the polls next week?

The African National Congress (ANC) promised a better life for all South Africans during its first election campaign in 1993, following the end of apartheid. With the slogan "Ke Nako, Sekunjalo," the ANC was confident of victory. The historic 1994 election brought hope and dreams of a new future. However, thirty years later, with the ANC still in power, South Africans are questioning whether life has truly improved for everyone or just for a privileged few. 

Kancane kancane kuyavela. ??#VoteANC2024#LetsDoMoreTogether#SiyanqobaRally pic.twitter.com/JkN3ZlOX9o

— ANC SECRETARY GENERAL | Fikile Mbalula (@MbalulaFikile) May 24, 2024

Party: Leave our posters alone! 

Rise Mzansi has expressed concerns over the illegal removal of its election campaign posters in Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, Eastern Cape. The party claims that opposing political parties are systematically taking down their posters, an action that undermines democracy and violates Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) guidelines.

 Gauteng sends ANC strong message! 

ANC PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa may have to address nearly an empty FNB stadium.  The governing party is holding its final Siyanqoba Rally at the stadium in Joburg on Saturday, 25 May.

The rally has been held every general election year since 1994 to demonstrate the power and confidence of ANC that it would win the upcoming elections. 

If the empty seats are anything to go by, the people of Gauteng have sent a clear message to the party and its leaders that they have no confidence in the ANC.

'Homecoming': Ex-DA leader returns to ANC!  

FORMER DA Eastern Cape leader, Nqaba Bhanga is determined to increase the ANC's support in the province.

This after he rejoined the ANC.Nqaba, who is also former Nelson Mandela Bay mayor, was expelled by the DA in December 2023 following a longstanding dispute with the party after he accused Helen Zille of racism on Facebook in June 2023.

Rallying the royals: Malema's final push! 

ECONOMIC Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema met with traditional leaders, including Kgoshi Moloto III, in his home province of Limpopo, Moletji, just outside Polokwane, on Thursday, 23 May.

This meeting was part of his campaign efforts for the upcoming general elections.Malema said it's tradition for his party to go and greet the traditional leadership and report their presence whenever they are in the area.

WATCH: 'Court or no court, I will be on the ballot' - Magashule

@centralnewsza ??VIDEO??ACT President General Ace Magashule says his party African Congress Transformation will be contesting in the upcoming National and Provincial Elections. "South African voters, Baahi ba Afrika Borwa Ba Voutang, ACT will appear on the ballot paper. On the 27th, 28th, and 29th of May, cast your vote for ACT. You'll find our name on the ballot. Disregard the propaganda. Regardless of any legal cases, we are present in the election. As for myself, i am still jumping like a tennis ball, floating like a butterfly, and stinging like a bee. Watch." @actonlinesa  @ace_magashule  #acemagashule #Elections2024 ? original sound - Central News

Malema: Zulu Kings' benefits should extend nationwide!

Julius Malema, the leader of the EFF, recently focused his campaign efforts in Limpopo, visiting traditional leaders and emphasizing the importance of including royal families in their outreach. During a visit to Moletjie, he announced an upcoming rally at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, aiming to conclude the EFF's election campaign with a significant event.

WATCH: Hlaudi Motsoeneng's message to voters a few days before the crucial May 29 elections. Motsoeneng says only the ACM (African Content Movement) can make South Africa prosperous and asked voters to entrust his party with their votes. Vote for change, he added in his message. pic.twitter.com/8Ti6bDxWmk

— Sihle Mavuso (@ZANewsFlash) May 23, 2024

WATCH: Bones reveal shocking news about MK Party!

Traditional healer's election prediction sparks intrigue! Tune in now to watch the video as the bones reveal their verdict. Will the ANC come out on top? He also warns that MK's emergence as a contender in the election race is in full force.

DailySun Chairman of Greater Tshwane Traditional and Faith Healers Councel, traditional healer Kenneth Jeta, throw bones and said amadlozi say ANC will win elections. pic.twitter.com/4Qwixx1jP6

— Aaron Dube (@AronDube) May 24, 2024

Ramaphosa talks R700 grant promise

President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed supporters in Mpumalanga, and committed the ANC to creating jobs and promoting gender equality. He emphasised the party's dedication to economic growth and equal opportunities for women. Ramaphosa reassured the crowd that these efforts would be central to the ANC's policies moving forward.

@dailysunofficial Daily Sun’s Editor, Amos Mananyetso, wants to talk Elections 2024.??????? Ni ready???? Watch and follow the conversation by clicking the link in our bio. #DailySun #election #elections2024 #iec #politics #southafrica #vote #news #saelections2024 ? original sound - DailySunOfficial

Charge Malema with hate speech - FF Plus!

The Freedom Front Plus (FF Plus) is demanding that Julius Malema, the President of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), be charged with hate speech. FF Plus leader Pieter Groenewald raised concerns about the delay in legal action against Malema for comments made in July last year, including singing "Kill the Boer, Kill the Farmer" at the EFF's tenth-anniversary event. 

Ramaphosa: No tlof tlof on election day

ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa encouraged ANC supporters to prioritize voting over their usual morning activities on 29 May. During a rally in Mpumalanga, he emphasized the importance of every vote and urged both married and unmarried voters to wake up early to vote.

“The history of the township starts with the disposition of the land to do business, mines, farms, and for human settlement.”

EFF’s Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi mocks Action SA leader Herman Mashaba while talking about the township economy during #702ElectionsTownHall in Diepkloof.… pic.twitter.com/OUEzhNycZj

— 702 (@Radio702) May 23, 2024

 ANC wants EFF punished after blood battle 

The ANC in Limpopo is demanding severe punishment for EFF supporters after violent clashes at the Juju Valley informal settlement in Seshego, which resulted in two people being shot and 10 others injured. The violence erupted when EFF supporters tried to prevent ANC members from campaigning. 

@newsnexussa #newsstories #newsnexus #southafricatiktok???? #incaseyoumissedit #newsnexussa ? original sound - NewsNexusOfficial

MK Party shakes up election race

Jacob Zuma's uMkhonto Wesizwe (MK) party is gaining significant support ahead of South Africa's elections, positioning itself as a potential kingmaker. Recent polls show MK's rise in popularity, especially as the ANC's support dips, potentially requiring them to form a coalition government. The DA remains in second place, while MK could surpass the EFF for third. MK leads in one province and challenges the ANC and DA in others.

Election posters angers residents

In Heidelberg's Ratanda, Extension 23, with elections just around the corner, residents are overwhelmed by the excessive number of political posters cluttering their kasi. The Daily Sun team observed the situation firsthand, noting posters on fences, poles, and everywhere else, leading to frustration among locals.

How to handle contentious debates at home on who to vote for on 29 May

In a family WhatsApp group, tensions rise as an uncle starts promoting his political party before the general elections on 29 May, causing discomfort among younger members who disagree with him. Counselling psychologist Dr. Joshua Ndlela advises that young people should have the freedom to express their opinions and emphasizes the importance of tolerance, maturity, and understanding within families.

SUNSAYS: Election fever - Who Will Win Mzansi's Heart?

South Africa is gearing up for its seventh democratic election since the historic first election in 1994. This election is notable for several reasons, including the introduction of new political parties to the ballot and, for the first time, the participation of independent candidates. Voters will receive three ballot papers at the polls, another first, as previous national elections only utilized two. 

EFF: We're not threatened or scared

AHEAD of the much-anticipated elections, the EFF marched through the streets of Durban on Tuesday, 21 May. Led by the secretary-general, Marshall Dlamini, party members marched in the Durban CBD to declare #MalemaForPresident. 

WATCH: South African overseas groove after voting

@caspizzle South African voting social in South Korea ???????? #fypsouthafrica #southafricansabroad #southafrica #southkorea #saelections2024 #fyp ? original sound - caspercpt

WATCH: Is Mzansi ready for a female president?  

In the upcoming 2024 South African elections, fewer than 10 women are among the candidates vying for the presidency, despite the significant political changes over the last 30 years. Notable figures like Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka and Mbali Ntuli have made strides in political leadership, yet challenges remain for women aiming for top positions. 

@dailysunofficial Replying to @rennykhosa Missed the weekend's election drama?  Click the link in our bio to catch up and stay in the loop with our latest election coverage!  #DailySun #elections #elections2024 #IEC  #politics #southafrica #mzansi #vote #news @Gomie27 ? original sound - DailySunOfficial

[WATCH] ANC President, Cde Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the #Siyanqoba Mini-Rally at Kamhlushwa Stadium, Mpumalanga. https://t.co/IXnReGlvBB#VoteANC2024#LetsDoMoreTogether

— African National Congress (@MYANC) May 22, 2024

Dubai holiday back to haunt Mbalula! 

Fikile Mbalula, once South Africa's Police Minister, is under scrutiny for a 2016 family holiday in Dubai amidst allegations of corruption. AfriForum, an Afrikaans lobby group, plans to privately prosecute him after obtaining a police docket. Despite Mbalula's claims of the trip being personal and unrelated to his official duties, AfriForum alleges evidence of funded lavishness and potential selective prosecution, highlighting a failure in the investigation process and possible witness collusion.