Politicians in KwaZulu-Natal are almost done kissing babies and making wild promises. On Wednesday, voters go to the polls in an election that could reshape the province’s political landscape.
LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026: Smaller parties in eThekwini set their sights on holding the balance of power
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