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Tragedy hits Jacob Zuma

Former President Jacob Zuma is grieving the loss of his brother, Joseph Ngekengithule Zuma, who passed away at 82 on the eve of South Africa's 2024 elections. The death has cast a shadow over the family's election celebrations, with the burial scheduled for the following Saturday. 

WATCH: 'Zuma is not my enemy' - Mantashe

Gwede Mantashe looks like an irritated man ,??

Ndlozi Nationally MK THE EFF KZN and GP ANC IN KZN#SAVotes #SAElections2024 The EFF #MalemaForPresidentpic.twitter.com/BaqGHgzPCd

— The Oracle (@KZN_za) May 30, 2024

WATCH: MK supporter ready to take over

Pakisha Duma! Pakisha Mtolo, sekunjalo! Lol! pic.twitter.com/QtBSvTObHG

— Sizwe Dhlomo (@SizweDhlomo) May 30, 2024

WATCH: DailySun journalist Kgomotso Medupe speaks with data analyst Grant Masterson about the preliminary results

@dailysunofficial The #ANC is tipped to lose its majority in KwaZulu-Natal with the #MKParty making massive inroads in the province. #DailySun journalist Kgomotso Medupe speaks with data analyst Grant Masterson about the preliminary results. @SNL24  #SNL24 #Election2024 #Election #ForYou ? original sound - DailySunOfficial

Election results: MK dominates polls!

The uMkhonto Wesizwe (MK) party is gaining significant traction and posing a challenge to established political parties, as suggested by early election results. Political and Data Analyst Grant Masterson from GetMetrix highlights MK's impressive performance as a new party, noting its disruptive impact on KZN's political landscape. 

MK shakes up KZN polls, ANC sweats!

The story reports on the early results of the South African elections, highlighting the surprising lead of the newly formed uMkhonto Wesizwe (MK) party in KZN with 41,000 votes, surpassing the ANC and IFP. 

WATCH: Students wait 8 hours to cast their votes

@dailysunofficial It was an incredibly long day for voters casting their ballot at Wits University in Johannesburg. Students queued until after midnight. Officials were reportedly forced to use the 200-page voters roll to manually verify voters’ details due to technical challenges. @SNL24  #DailySun #SNL24 #WitsUniversity #ElectionResults ? original sound - DailySunOfficial

Angry mum confronts president

Imameleng Raphuthing, a 50-year-old mother of seven from Soweto, has been living without an identity for 30 years, making her feel hopeless and angry. Despite being an ANC member and voting in the 1994 elections, she has been unable to obtain an ID.

Gogo (120): I just wanted to vote for Mandela

KOKO Sarah Letswalo travelled to the voting station in style on Wednesday, 29 May.

WATCH: Drama during Malema’s voting!

This after supporters were chanting for EFF leader Julius Malema and praising him.

Watch : EFF leader Julius Malema said they are not there to campaign but to vote and that anyone who is campaigning is violating the electoral law. He was speaking at Mponegele Primary School voting station in Seshego. Video by Judas Sekwela @dailysunsa pic.twitter.com/UA7rPEQisd

— mogale (@judasmj) May 29, 2024

 UDM leader told he can't vote!  

UNITED Democratic Movement (UDM) president, Bantu Holomisa was left frustrated when he was told he could not vote.

WATCH: Mokonyane shifts the blame!

ANC's first deputy secretary-general, Nomvula Mokonyane, is confident that the governing party will rule again despite residents on the ground arguing otherwise. 

WATCH: 'ANC, I feel like a foreigner in my country' 

@dailysunofficial Daily Sun speaks to Imameleng Raphuthing, who has been without an ID since ’1994.?? She shares her voting struggle and frustrations with us. Full story in our bio. #DailySun #SNL24 #election2024 #elections #southafrica #SAelections2024 #mzansi #southafrica @SNL24 ? original sound - DailySunOfficial

Elderly ‘mistreated’ at Alex voting station

@dailysunofficial Elderly voters in Alexandra say they’ve been mistreated at their local voting station. Journalist Zandile Khumalo was there. Click on the link in bio to stay updated on our election coverage @SNL24. #DailySun #elections #elections2024 #IEC #SNL24 #ForYou ? original sound - DailySunOfficial

 Zuma’s son voted against him!  

Former President Jacob Zuma supported and likely voted for the MK Party in the recent elections, casting his vote in Nkandla, KZN. His son, Edward, despite his family's support for the MK Party, voted at the same school and chose to remain an ANC member, emphasizing the importance of freedom of association. 

WATCH: Bheki Cele on election unrest

@dailysunofficial Daily Sun journalist Jabulani Langa speaks to Police Minister Bheki Cele in Lamontville, Durban just after he casted his vote. Click the link in our bio to stay updated with our election coverage. #DailySun #snl24 #elections #elections2024 #saelections2024 #bhekicele #kzn #durban @SNL24 ? Silent Track 3 Minutes - Sleep Sounds

Sea Point is out of ballot boxes

??Sea Point Primary School, Cape Town

We've run out of ballot boxes! The IEC officials say that they're waiting more boxes to be delivered.

Resident can be seen waiting infront of closed doors.#SNL24 #dailysun #Elections2024 #SAelections24 #IEC #southafrica https://t.co/XHPVLRuFAj pic.twitter.com/1q9BroHZRY

— ???????????? ???????? (@LESLEYPIET) May 29, 2024

Zanu-PF at the polls: ANC invited us

ZANU PF politician Tendai Chirau claims they were invited to observe South Africa's elections, despite the IEC denying such invitations two weeks ago. This has sparked a heated debate about the accuracy of these claims and the transparency of the electoral process. Stay tuned for more updates!

Like all the other years, in 2023 the revolutionary ANC and other liberation parties were invited by the revolutionary @ZANUPF_Official invited to witness elections in Zimbabwe. In the spirit of reciprocity, the ANC party invited us to witness the elections in South Africa. pic.twitter.com/OwLxAilQ7v

— Tendai Chirau (@TendaiChirau) May 29, 2024

WATCH: Gogo denied right to vote

@dailysunofficial Daily Sun speaks to  107-year-old, Paulinah Mahlangu, who was denied the right to vote, yesterday.  Click the link in our bio to follow our election coverage ??????? #DailySun #SNL24 #Elections #HomeAffairs #saelections2024 #elections2024 #ID #mzansi #Foryou @SNL24 ? original sound - DailySunOfficial

Sex workers refuse to vote! 

In Mbombela, some sex workers have chosen not to vote in the upcoming elections on 29 May, expressing feelings of neglect by the government. A 35-year-old sex worker, speaking anonymously, highlighted the lack of decent job opportunities as a primary concern, noting that even their children, who have completed high school, are unable to find work. 

WATCH: Ramaphosa: Hands off IEC

President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the media following his vote at Hitekani Primary School in Soweto. Expressing his confidence in the ANC's victory, he emphasizes the party's commitment to serving the people. Additionally, Ramaphosa sternly warns against acts of intimidation towards the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), asserting that perpetrators will be dealt with. His remarks come amidst concerns over election-related violence and disruptions. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.

Video by Daily Sun Journo: Nhlanhla Khomola

President Cyril Ranaphosa addresses the media after casting his vote at Hitekani Primary School, Soweto. He said that he is confident that the ANC will win. @dailysunsa #Ramaphosa#Elections pic.twitter.com/kmxnr68uTq

— nhlanhla (@KhomolaNhlanhla) May 29, 2024

IEC officers' lives in danger!

The Mpumalanga Independent Electoral Commission has issued a grave warning regarding the safety of its staff members amidst escalating tensions surrounding the elections. The commission has expressed deep concerns over the potential risks faced by its employees in carrying out their duties. This alarming development underscores the volatile atmosphere in Mpumalanga.

WATCH: 'Vote rigging' rocks IEC

A woman claiming to be an IFP representative filmed a discovery of 'IEC material' fuelling vote rigging concerns! Stay tuned for more details as questions swirl around the ethics of the IEC. 

@durban_guy voting is a Scam #iec #IEC #voting #national #umkhontowesizwe #anc #ifp #eff ? original sound - durban_guy

Zuma Loyalist Ngizwe Mchunu rocks ANC event

Ngizwe Mchunu made an appearance at an ANC rally, emphasizing that his presence was about cultural representation rather than a political endorsement. Despite his loyalty to Jacob Zuma, Mchunu highlighted the significance of cultural expression in political events.

PICS: Mzansi's party T-shirt pride!

Daily Sun put out a call on Tuesday, 28 May, for readers to send in photos wearing their party T-shirts, and Mzansi responded with enthusiasm! Supporters proudly showcased their colors, symbolizing unwavering support for their parties. The response was overwhelming, and the energy is notable. Click read more to see Mzansi's party T-shirt pride. 

WATCH: Water woes wash away votes in Kanana

@dailysunofficial ??Water crisis sparks voter boycott in Kanana Park.  Residents say they won’t be voting on the 29 May, this comes after 5 days of not having water.  The angry residents told Daily Sun that they are forced to use wheelbarrows and jars to collect water in the neighbouring communities.  They said that they walk for about 20 minutes just to access water. #DailySun #snl24 #election #elections2024 #servicedelivery #southafrica #vote #iec @SNL24 ? original sound - DailySunOfficial

MK party members' 'killers' face the music

Several suspects arrested for the murders of MK Party members have recently appeared in court. This development follows heightened tensions and violence leading up to the elections. 

WATCH: SNL24 caught up with Nota Nhlamulo Baloyi at Home Affairs

@snl24sa Long queues form at Home Affairs nationwide as South Africans rush for temporary IDs ahead of the elections tomorrow. SNL24 caught up with @Nota Nhlamulo Baloyi in Randburg earlier today. #SNL24 #elections #elections2024 #southafrica #nota #homeaffairs #IDBook #iec @DailySunOfficial ? original sound - SNL24

Party used ChatGPT to write manifesto

Mpho Dagada, leader of Arise SA, is making waves in the 2024 elections with his bold declaration, "I am the vision." Dagada's dynamic leadership and innovative ideas are gaining attention as he positions himself as a transformative force in South African politics.

MK hits ANC with election ban

The Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has filed a petition urging the Electoral Court to intervene and prevent the ANC from participating in the upcoming elections. Citing concerns over alleged misconduct and violations, the MK Party seeks to halt the ANC's involvement in the electoral process.

@dailysunofficial MK Party has asked the IEC to disqualify the @anc_live from participating in the 2024 elections. Daily Sun journalist  @Mfundi Mkhulisi filed this report. Click the link in our bio to stay updated on our election coverage.@SNL24  #DailySun #elections #election2024 #mk #mkparty #umkhontowesizwe #jacobzuma #anc #iec #snl24 #foryou ? original sound - DailySunOfficial

LISTEN | Celebs speak out: Buhle Samuels, Gigi Lamayne, and Fezeka Dlamini share views on #Elections2024

SHOCK: Maskandi star ditches ANC for IFP!    

Maskandi star Dlubheke has publicly declared his support for the IFP, surprising many due to his previous support for the ANC. He believes his vote for the IFP reflects his desire for change in South Africa. Despite not performing at political rallies, Dlubheke's decision is influenced by the political landscape's impact on his life. 

IEC beefs up security after break-in

The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) is addressing security concerns following a break-in at one of its facilities in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), which has been linked to the Umkhonto we Sizwe Party (MK) group. The incident has raised questions about the safety and integrity of the upcoming elections.

ACT warns of ANC vote rigging tactics!

Ace Magashule, the leader of the African Congress for Transformation (ACT), has called on opposition parties to be vigilant during the election, citing concerns over potential vote manipulation by the ANC. He referenced a video showing electoral officials delivering ballots to an unauthorized location in Hammarsdale, KZN, without security, accusing the ANC of a long-standing culture of vote-rigging.

WATCH: Zuma says no to booze!

[WATCH] Zuma said young people should reduce alcohol consumption and make education fashionable @dailysunsa pic.twitter.com/LMck0DgZP3

— Bulelwa Maphanga (@BulieeM) May 26, 2024

'We live in constant fear in our own homes'

MZANSI citizens who applied for special votes headed to the polls as the election fever began to build on Monday, 27 May. The elderly residents of Ward 53 in Soweto were paid home visits and offered the opportunity to practice their democratic rights by casting their vote.

Election rigging: Is Zuma spilling secrets?

According to self-proclaimed hip-hop music pioneer Nota Baloyi, former president Jacob Zuma allegedly has insider knowledge about election rigging tactics, suggesting that certain parties may be manipulating votes. Nota hinted that the MK party has extensive surveillance and is vigilant about these practices.

Zuma knows all vote rigging tricks… MK Party has eyes & ears everywhere. Surprisingly for some the EFF is sleeping while votes are being stolen, why are they so sure of themselves? They should be worried unless they’re also part of the rigging syndicate!??pic.twitter.com/ixpb3HKvbn

— MORAL Authority (@lavidaNOTA) May 26, 2024

Pappas and Mnikathi’s plan to save SA

DA leaders Chris Pappas and Sandile Mnikathi outline their vision for saving Mzansi in the upcoming 2024 elections. They emphasize the importance of effective governance, job creation, and fighting corruption as key strategies to improve the country. The duo highlights the DA's commitment to these goals and calls on South Africans to support their party for a better future.

WATCH: Mbeki throws Zuma under the bus

@truewayfarer "Jacob Zuma has broken the relationship and he is no longer a Comrade" - Former President Thabo Mbeki #zuma #mkparty #thabombeki #anc #comrades #southafrica #politics #elections #campaign #29may #viral #trending #tiktok ? original sound - True Wayfarer

MK Party members gunned down

Two members of the Umkhonto weSizwe military veterans association were tragically shot and killed in Ekurhuleni. The incident has sparked outrage and concern among the community and political figures. The motive behind the killings is currently under investigation, with authorities working diligently to uncover the circumstances surrounding the attack.

WATCH: IEC material found in a spaza shop

IEC voting material found in the Tuckshop of ANC branch leader.

MK Party #NightShift reported 16 more cases of IEC material stored at households in KZN & GP. pic.twitter.com/fEAjQV61bb

— Vote MK Party 29 May 2024 (@Real_Mjita) May 27, 2024

WATCH: 'How Julius Malema's English improved in weeks'

@mindscapedpodcast1 Watch the full episode to get the full context of this discussion. This is just a clip. Watch more here https://linktr.ee/mindscapedpodcast #SAMA28 #elections2024 #southafrica #elections2024???? #MindscapedPodcast ? original sound - Mindscaped Podcast

Mzansi answers Daily Sun editor's call!

DAILY SUN editor Amos Mananyetso asked for people's opinions on the upcoming elections, and many shared their thoughts. Some are frustrated, others excited, but the bottom line - Elections 2024 is daar! 

IFP's final plea: Save our province from 'THIEVES!'  

In the final stretch of the election campaign, IFP leader Velenkosini Hlabisa urged South Africans to vote thoughtfully, emphasizing the critical nature of the elections for the country's future. During the IFP's Siyanqoba rally in Richards Bay, KZN, Hlabisa highlighted the urgency of addressing the nation's crisis and the need to oust the current government plagued by corruption.

 WATCH: IEC dismisses vote rigging claims by MK Party 

The story revolves around concerns over the integrity of the upcoming elections in South Africa on Wednesday, 29 May 2024, sparked by a video alleging vote rigging by a member of the Umkhonto Wesizwe Party (MK) from KwaXimba, Cato Ridge, KZN. The video claims that ballot papers were cast prematurely in Hammarsdale and left unguarded. 

Not sure who to vote for at the polls next week?

The African National Congress (ANC) promised a better life for all South Africans during its first election campaign in 1993, following the end of apartheid. With the slogan "Ke Nako, Sekunjalo," the ANC was confident of victory. The historic 1994 election brought hope and dreams of a new future. However, thirty years later, with the ANC still in power, South Africans are questioning whether life has truly improved for everyone or just for a privileged few.