Political disputes, technology risks will test the IEC's credibility
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The 2026 local government elections in South Africa will challenge the IEC in several areas. The commission must manage logistics, technology, and cybersecurity. It will also need to handle various political disputes. Despite these upcoming tests, the commission maintains a strong record and public confidence remains largely intact.
South Africa’s 2026 local government elections will test the IEC’s technology, logistics, cybersecurity and ability to manage political disputes — but the commission enters the contest with a strong record and public confidence still largely intact.