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South Africa's 2026 local government election results are coming in, with the ANC losing ground and coalition talks gathering pace. An estimated 15.9 million voters cast their ballots, up on 2021. eNCA election analyst Wayne Sussman examines the turnout and what a more competitive political landscape could mean for municipalities.
The IEC expects to declare the results by the weekend and has reminded parties about the deadline for objections. The DA is projecting a Cape Town victory, while Gwede Mantashe says the ANC will respect the electoral commission's credibility despite disappointing early returns.
In Nelson Mandela Bay, eNCA projections put the DA in front, while the ANC leads projections in Buffalo City. The UDM rules out working with the ANC there. The SACP, MK Party, EFF and ActionSA are also weighing post-election alliances, with Athol Trollip pointing to waning ANC support in the Eastern Cape.
The IEC reports an attack on a voting station in Ga-Rankuwa, Tshwane. In Shallcross, Durban, an elderly voter died after falling ill at a polling station. KwaZulu-Natal police report 18 election-related cases and seven arrests. Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi calls for closer cooperation with the IEC.
The Democrats gain control of the US House and Senate in the midterm elections, dealing Donald Trump's Republicans a setback. eNCA correspondent James Gooderson considers the implications for US foreign policy and South Africa's AGOA prospects.
Trump also defends his costly White House ballroom project.Commonwealth leaders welcome Britain's willingness to discuss historical harms linked to the transatlantic slave trade. Prime Minister Andy Burnham is open to an apology but rejects financial reparations.
SPORTS
In the Champions League, Arsenal beat Slavia Prague, Manchester City defeated Leipzig and Liverpool lost to Fenerbahçe.
Cristiano Ronaldo announces his retirement from international football after 234 Portugal appearances and 146 goals.
In rugby, Malcolm Marx is set to join the Bulls in July 2027, alongside fellow recruit Kwagga Smith. The Sharks also secure Manie Libbok on a multi-year deal starting in July 2027.
That is your News Bite for 5 November 2026. For updates on these stories and more, visit enca.com or watch eNCA on DStv Channel 403.