No final whistle on the political contest just yet! Helen Zille and Dada Morero may be rivals in the race for Johannesburg, but they found common ground on the football front. Morero surprised Zille with a special Orlando Pirates soccer ball as the debate wrapped up. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Dada Morero says the ANC's coalition framework prioritises service delivery, addressing residents' concerns and respect for the Constitution. He says specific coalition partners will be determined by the party's National Executive Committee, while maintaining that the ANC would prefer an outright majority in Johannesburg. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Helen Zille says coalition negotiations are often about choosing the “least bad option”, accusing smaller parties of prioritising positions and political leverage over service delivery and principles. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Helen Zille agrees that voters should look beyond personalities and focus on political parties' track records and ability to turn Johannesburg around. She calls for voters to consolidate their support behind the DA. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Dada Morero brushes off polling suggesting he may not return as Johannesburg mayor, saying his focus is on voter turnout and mobilising support for the ANC ahead of 4 November. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Helen Zille draws a comparison between Cape Town's drought and Johannesburg's water challenges, arguing that Joburg's supply problems are linked to failing infrastructure and water losses rather than a lack of rainfall. She puts non-revenue water losses at 48%. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Dada Morero says the city has interventions in place to restore reservoir levels. He says the municipality plans to raise R12-billion for water and sewer infrastructure upgrades. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Helen Zille says a DA-led Johannesburg would hold Pikitup and waste management contractors accountable through stricter service-level agreements, with consequences for failing to deliver. She also points to the DA's Blue Brigades clean-up campaign. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Dada Morero says Johannesburg's refuse collection rate stands at around 95%, following disruptions caused by threatened worker strikes. He says the city is also stepping up efforts to tackle illegal dumping. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Helen Zille says the DA filled more than 3,000 potholes during its campaign and has pledged to fix reported potholes within 72 hours by 2031 if elected. She also wants to use technology to tackle cable theft and vandalism targeting traffic lights. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Dada Morero says the City of Johannesburg is stepping up efforts to repair potholes and resurface roads, pointing to recently completed roadworks in Pimville as an example of ongoing work. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Dada Morero defends the ANC's record in Johannesburg, pointing to the city's hosting of the G20 as an example of its ability to deliver, while acknowledging that challenges and weaknesses remain. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Helen Zille says the focus of the Johannesburg mayoral race should be on who has the experience, leadership and policies to fix the city, rather than attacking political opponents. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Joburg Mayor Dada Morero says the ANC has consistently provided leadership in Johannesburg, highlighting its focus on addressing historical injustices, spatial planning and the challenges facing communities. #Elections2026 #DStv403
Helen Zille is confident the DA can improve on its projected 35% support in Johannesburg, but says the party isn't taking anything for granted ahead of Wednesday's elections. #Elections2026 #DStv403
ActionSA Tshwane caucus spokesperson Henriette Fröhlich says the party has made progress in stabilising the city’s finances since taking the lead in the coalition government in October 2024. #WeTheNation #Elections2026 #Dstv403
Independent Ward 7 candidate Fannie Nzotho says local government should be about community representation, not political party politics. #WeTheNation #Elections2026 #Dstv403
Freedom Front Plus mayoral candidate Willie Spies says Tshwane needs a renewed focus on the basics: Water, electricity, infrastructure and safety. #WeTheNation #Elections2026 #Dstv403
EFF mayoral candidate Omphile Maotwe says the City of Tshwane needs a complete overhaul of its budget priorities, arguing that health and waste management remain underfunded. #WeTheNation #Elections2026 #Dstv403