South Africa Votes: Can Local Elections Rebuild Trust?

South Africa’s local government elections carry national stakes, coming as the country’s first nationwide electoral test since the ANC lost its parliamentary majority and entered a coalition government. The episode of Into Africa examines how voters are weighing frustration over public services, coalition instability, and confidence in democratic institutions.

Host Oge Onubogu is joined by Daryl Swanepoel and Gemima Barlow to discuss electoral integrity, public trust, and whether greater political competition can improve governance. The conversation also covers how disinformation is reshaping the electoral landscape and why these municipal contests matter beyond South Africa’s borders.

Sources: CSIS (YouTube)