Sekhukhune Mayors cast their votes
Sekhukhune
The Executive Mayor of Sekhukhune District Municipality (SDM), Cllr Minah Bahula, has joined millions of South Africans to cast her vote on Wednesday 29 May 2024 at Marei Primary School in Ga-Mashabela Village, Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality (MLM).
In her statement, Bahula emphasized the importance of participating in the electoral process, urging citizens to make their voices heard by voting before the 9pm deadline.
The executive mayor highlighted that voting is a crucial step in advancing democracy and enabling fundamental changes in the society.
“I encourage everyone to vote correctly and make a difference. The decision is vital for shaping our future, ensuring that the government can continue to make meaningful contributions to the lives of our communities,” she said.
Meanwhile the Mayor of MLM, Cllr Merah Masekwele Mahlase, has cast her vote at Bopedi Bapedi Secondary School in Ga-Marishane Village, MLM Ward 26.
Mahlase was joined by the municipality’s Political Management Team (PMT), who participated in the elections by casting their votes at various local voting stations.
Makhuduthamaga Council Speaker, Cllr Judy Nkgadima, voted at Mpelegeng Primary School in Ga-Moloi Village, MLM Ward, while MLM Council Chief Whip, Cllr Mosedi Thamaga, has cast a vote at Maseleseleng Primary School in Maseleseleng Village, MLM Ward 23.
The Mayor of Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality (EMLM), Cllr David Tladi, joined by other residents, has cast his vote at Moilangong Matsepe Primary School in Tafelkop Village, Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality Ward 28.
The Mayor of Fetakgomo Tubatse Local Municipality (FTLM), Cllr Eddie Maila, exercised his democratic right by casting his vote at Tubatse Primary School in Ga-Manoke Village, Fetakgomo Tubatse Local Municipality (FTLM) Ward 18.
About 27 million people across the country visited the polling stations forming queues early in the morning to cast their votes in the most competitive seventh South African democratic national and provincial elections.
Fifty-two political parties, which includes independent candidates, participated in the 2024 general elections in South Africa, with the African National Congress (ANC), seeking to retain its majority to rule the country.
