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South Africans Vote as Long-Ruling Party Faces Big Test
People in South Africa are heading to the polls. The ANC party is at risk of losing more power after years in charge.
A voter casting a ballot at a polling station in South Africa.
By John Doe
Reporting from South Africa 
Nov. 5, 2026, 7:03 a.m. - an hour ago
People across South Africa are heading out to vote today in local elections. These votes are important because they show how much trust people still have in the country's main political group, the African National Congress, or ANC.
The ANC has been in charge of South Africa since the end of apartheid, which was the country’s old system of racial segregation. For a long time, it was the only party most people ever voted for. However, things have started to change.
Many people are frustrated with the current government. They say there are not enough jobs, electricity is often turned off, and there is too much corruption. Because of these problems, the ANC has been losing support in recent years.
Today's vote will show if this trend continues. If the ANC loses more seats to other parties, it will be a sign that voters are looking for a change. These local elections focus on leaders who handle daily issues like water, trash pickup, and local roads.
Polls are open now, and the results will help show what the future of South African politics might look like.
Source: AP News
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