JOHANNESBURG - Vote counting is continuing, with vote capturing now at about 70%.
The Democratic Alliance is leading in several metros as the 2026 local government election results continue to emerge.
However, the results point to a fragmented political landscape, with several municipalities heading towards hung councils.
The ANC is leading nationally with 31.89% of the vote, followed by the DA with 24.58%.
uMkhonto weSizwe Party was in third place with 9.06%, while the Economic Freedom Fighters had 6.17%.