DA opens applications for new councillors ahead of 2026 Local Government Elections

By Johnathan Paoli

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has announced openings for new councillor positions ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections.

Applications will be accepted starting February 1, 2025.

The party said on Tuesday that the need for skilled South Africans is crucial to combat mismanagement and urban decay.

Briefing the media on Tuesday, DA Federal Council chairperson Helen Zille, outlined the key decisions made during the party’s first Federal Council meeting of 2025.

She was joined by co-chair Ivan Meyer and the party’s Federal leader, John Steenhuisen,

The Federal Council meeting, held on Monday, marked the culmination of a six-month effort to revise and streamline the DA’s Candidate Nomination Regulations.

“These elections are not just about votes – they are about rescuing our towns and cities from the brink of collapse,” Zille said.

“We need committed leaders who are ready to do the hard work of rebuilding local governments.