More election polls! New updates

Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh breaks down the latest election polls on SMWX, updating the picture of South Africa’s political landscape and the battle for control of its major metros. What do the new numbers suggest about the ANC, DA, MK Party, EFF, ActionSA and other contenders—and how has the outlook shifted? Sizwe examines where parties are gaining ground or coming under pressure, which races could deliver surprises, and the coalition possibilities that could determine who actually governs after the votes are counted. Looking beyond the headline percentages, this analysis considers voter turnout, undecided voters and the limits of polling to distinguish emerging trends from uncertain predictions. From the contest for Johannesburg to the broader balance of power, we unpack what the latest numbers could mean for South Africa’s local government elections and the country’s political future.