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Former Orlando Pirates Player Set to Contest Local Government Elections

Mbuyane is running on a platform of community development, youth empowerment and safer neighbourhoods after a career that included six Bafana Bafana appearances.

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Former Orlando Pirates league champion Thulasizwe Mbuyane has entered politics, contesting for Ward 67 councillor under ELF-SA to drive real community change in Mamelodi.

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Former Orlando Pirates player set to contest Local Government Elections

Former Orlando Pirates league champion Thulasizwe Mbuyane has entered politics, contesting for Ward 67 councillor under ELF-SA to drive real community change in Mamelodi.

·Cape Town, South Africa
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Former Orlando Pirates striker Mbuyane moves to politics

Former Orlando Pirates favourite Thulasizwe Mbuyane has entered a new chapter after being unveiled as a councillor candidate for Ward 67 under Economic Liberators Forum South Africa (ELF-SA).

·Cape Town, South Africa
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Over 500 Parties Register for South Africas 2026 Local Elections

Quick Summary: Over 500 Parties Register for South Africas 2026 Local Elections Thulasizwe Mbuyane, a former Orlando Pirates striker, is running for Ward 67 in the 2026 local elections. The election is scheduled for November 4, 2026, with over 500 parties registered, including 62 new ones. Mbuyane’s candidacy under ELF-SA highlights the challenge smaller parties […]

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Former Orlando Pirates star officially enters politics as councillor candidate

Orlando Pirates legend has made a surprise move into politics after being unveiled as a councillor candidate, marking a new chapter away from football.

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The South African broke the news in Cape Town, South Africa on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
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