ANC to start headhunting ‘capable’ mayoral candidates, says Mbalula

ANC plans to headhunt capable mayoral candidates and invite public nominations for 2026 elections

ANC to start headhunting ‘capable’ mayoral candidates, says Mbalula

The ANC plans to headhunt and allow communities to propose names of mayoral candidates ahead of the local government elections.

ANC outlines requirements for mayoral candidates

ANC outlines requirements for mayoral candidates Vusi.Bafetane Fri, 04/10/2026 - 14:17 ANC media briefing  JOHANNESBURG - The ANC has said mayoral candidates will undergo background checks and lifestyle audits.It comes as the party gears up for the upcoming local government elections.The party is holding a special sitting of its National Executive Committee.ANC secretary general, Fikile Mbalula said this process would be complemented by struct…

ANC is set to open interviews for metro mayoral candidates this week - SABC News - Breaking news, special reports, world, business, sport coverage of all South African current events. Africa's news leader.

The African National Congress (ANC) is set to formally open interviews for metro mayoral candidates this week ahead of the 2026 local government elections.  The party says that the selection process is currently underway, and the final list of candidates will be made public by the end of May.   The ANC’s National spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu says they are looking for people that have extensive experience in governance and a better understanding …