13/10/2026
Immediate Release
13 October 2026
MATLOSANA SERVICE DELIVERY MOVEMENT BACKS INDEPENDENT CANDIDATE MLUNGISI MBELE IN WARD 08
The Matlosana Service Delivery Movement (MSDM) has announced its decision not to contest Ward 08 in Jouberton during the upcoming Local Government Elections scheduled for 04 November 2026.
According to the movement, the decision follows an agreement to support independent ward candidate Mlungisi Mbele.
MSDM describes Mbele as a respected community leader who enjoys support among residents and possesses the leadership experience and credentials the movement believes are necessary to represent Ward 08.
The movement says its decision reflects its commitment to community leadership and cooperation in advancing the interests of residents.
MSDM has further confirmed that it is placing its full support behind Mbele's candidature.
In its announcement, the movement also outlined its intended voting arrangement, identifying Mlungisi Mbele for Ballots 01 and 02 and the Matlosana Service Delivery Movement for Ballot 03.
The announcement marks a political development in Ward 08 ahead of the November elections, with MSDM opting to support an independent candidate rather than field its own ward representative.