The African National Congress (ANC) is in the process of selecting its mayoral candidates ahead of the local government elections scheduled for November 4, 2026. ANC officials, including Mdumiseni Ntuli, the ANC Chief Whip in Parliament, and Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, provided updates on the candidate selection process during a recent media briefing. Ntuli confirmed that branch general meetings are taking place across the country, with candidate selection progressing well. Mbalula highlighted the party's focus on stabilizing municipalities and strengthening its organizational foundations. The ANC aims to engage the youth in the electoral process, with voter registration set to begin on June 20-21, 2026. The party's election preparations commenced on April 1, with a timeline to finalize candidates by June 20. Mbalula noted that while the campaign has not officially started, groundwork is being laid for future political programs and manifesto launches. The ANC remains committed to ensuring that all eligible South Africans register to vote, emphasizing the importance of participation in the democratic process.