LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026: Defiant Andile Lungisa claims Nelson Mandela Bay mayoral crown despite ANC appeal plans

Source: Daily Maverick · 2026-10-21T05:30:00.000Z · Politics

With the ANC delaying its mayoral announcements until after the local government elections, Andile Lungisa is claiming grassroots support for Nelson Mandela Bay’s top job. He has criticised Mayor Babalwa Lobishe and cited his court victory over his removal from the ANC’s proportional representation candidate list in support of his bid.

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