A by-election in a small Joburg ward would seem to be of little national import, politics-wise. But given ructions in the metro council — and coming soon after a no-confidence motion against the mayor — it could be indicative of voter perceptions of ...
By-elections come and go. They’re also hyper-localised. Taken together, this makes it rare for any single such poll to paint an accurate picture of how the votes will fall at national level. But it could be illuminating when it comes to voter opinions on the broader political landscape. On coalitions, for example.
That’s why next week’s poll in Joburg’s ward 7 will be a treat for political observers. And why parties, the FM understands, are “throwing the kitchen sink” at the election. ..A subscription helps you enjoy the best of our business content every day along with benefits such as articles from our international business news partners; ProfileData financial data; and digital access to the Sunday Times and TimesLive Premium.
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