Politics 10 November 2026, 11:27

SALGA warns against unstable coalitions in hung municipalities

SALGA has urged political parties to prioritise stable coalition arrangements in hung municipalities following the 2026 Local Government Elections, warning that political instability could undermine governance and service delivery.

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