Lead up to the Ballot: Predictions for the 2026 Municipal Elections

The series is a collection of dialogues with high-value speakers hosted by broadcast and financial journalist Alishia Seckam. Each topic addresses burning issues that are of interest for South African investors.

The Think Big series aims to empower you with factual evidence and manage expectations on various aspects of how the current situation could unfold. In this episode, Gareth Van Onselen and Justice Malala discuss: With major metros under pressure and political competition intensifying, the election results will shape not only municipal government but also the national political landscape heading toward 2029.