Several prominent ANC figures, including Chikane, Lungisa and Mafu, have been left off the party's election lists amid internal nomination turmoil, according to TimesLIVE. The exclusions affect key mayoral hopefuls and highlight divisions within the party as it prepares its candidate slates for upcoming elections in South Africa.

A new South African poll indicates that the African National Congress (ANC) is leading in Johannesburg ahead of an upcoming vote, according to Moneyweb. The survey shows the ANC with 31% backing in the city, compared with 28% for its main rival, suggesting a tight contest in one of the country's key metropolitan areas. The poll offers an early snapshot of voter sentiment in Johannesburg, though the three-point gap indicates the race remains competitive.

The Democratic Alliance risks losing its majority control of the City of Cape Town unless it intensifies campaigning ahead of the November 4 municipal elections, according to the latest Ipsos electoral survey reported by TimesLIVE. The survey indicates the Patriotic Alliance is growing while the ANC is clawing back support, placing the DA's hold on the metro under threat.

The impeachment committee is set to begin its investigation into the Phala Phala theft, as reported on June 25, 2026. This development follows ongoing discussions surrounding the incident.

ANC leaders in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) have paid a visit to the family home of the late Dr Ntuthuko Mahlaba to offer their condolences and support during their time of grief.

Eastern Cape ANC chairperson Oscar Mabuyane says he is not ruling out internal sabotage after the party missed candidate registration deadlines, according to TimesLIVE. Mabuyane reportedly suspects that figures within the ANC may have deliberately contributed to the administrative failure. The missed deadline has raised questions about internal party tensions as the ANC prepares for upcoming elections, with Mabuyane calling for accountability over the blunder.