DA Eastern Cape

Making the Eastern Cape a better place for all, one community at a time.

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

A vey productive week for the DA Kouga Constituency as our teams worked hard to register unregistered and incorrectly registered voters.
✅ Check your registration status at https://t.co/4asudu6NXS.
On 4 November 2026, vote DA to Keep Kouga Working!
#KeepKougaWorking

[Democratic Alliance @Our_DA]

😅 Queue on Father's Day? No thanks.

📅 Voter Registration Weekend is 20–21 June, but you don't have to stand in a queue to register or update your details.

Watch Helen Zille show you how to check your voter registration from the comfort of your couch in just a few minutes. 🛋️

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

Buffalo City Ward 10 DA Candidate Olga O’Neil was at Elba Crescent interacting with voters in the run up to the by-election on 17 June 2026. Vote DA to get Ward 10 working.
#VoteDA

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

Andrew Whitfield, DA EC Provincial Leader, handed out visibility vests and whistles at a street safety meeting in Station Hill in Port Alfred. An oversight was also conducted at the badly vandalised Community Hall.

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

Andrew Whitfield, DA EC Leader, is in Port Alfred, reminding voters of the importance of being registered to vote DA in the Local Government Elections. Check your registration status at https://t.co/4asudu6NXS.
⚠️ Remember: You can only vote where you are registered.

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

DA North East Cape Constituency Leader Marlene Ewers and her team in Tsomo interacted with residents and assisted them to register to vote in the Local Government Elections.
Visit: https://t.co/4asudu6NXS to make sure of your registration status.

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

🗳️ Election readiness!
Constituency Leader, Marina van Zyl is out in communities in Steynsburg area, helping residents make sure they're registered and ready to vote in the upcoming Local Government Elections.
🔍 Check your registration status at https://t.co/4asudu6NXS

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

The DA has made the most extensive submission of all political parties in respect of NMB’s 2026/27 Draft Budget. It proposes the highest tariff hikes since 2019, yet basic services are collapsing. This is what we said:

1. Cut the hikes
NO to unaffordable tariff increases. The metro must do proper Cost of Supply studies for Water, Sanitation & Waste.

2. Fix electricity first
NO consumer may pay more than NERSA allows. Ring-fence electricity revenue and complete an updated Cost of Supply Study now.

3. Maintain our city
INCREASE maintenance to 8% of the total budget. Fund proper Master Plans for Water, Electricity, Sewer & Roads with clear timelines to fix infrastructure.

4. Fill critical posts
APPOINT Executive Directors within 3 months. Fill all Engineering, Plumber, Electrician, and Metro Police vacancies within 6 months. Prioritise Kariega/Uitenhage depots. Freeze non-critical admin posts.

5. Deliver basic services
FUND teams to repair leaks and sewer spills within 24 hours. Buy jetting machines. Fix all streetlights and potholes. Clean illegal dumping and fund transfer sites.

6. Make NMB safe
INSTALL CCTV and reinstate the control room. Purchase fire trucks. Appoint a Metro Police Chief.

NMB loses R1.5 BILLION a year in electricity losses and R1.2 BILLION in water losses. For two years this government has underfunded the basics. We will not support any budget that doesn’t prove it funds service delivery.

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

Across the Enoch Mgijima Constituency, DA public representatives have been meeting residents where they are, helping voters verify their details, update their registrations, and prepare to make their voices heard at the ballot box.

📍 Registration surgeries were held in Wards 11 and 12, with Cllr Malatoe assisting residents with voter registration enquiries, verification checks, and registration updates.

📍 In Ward 28, Cllrs Haggard and Titus hosted a registration surgery, helping voters confirm that their details are correct and up to date.

📍 Cllrs Titus and Haggard also conducted a registration surgery in Ward 27, engaging with residents and providing assistance to those needing help with their voter registration status.

🔍 Have you checked your voter registration status?

✔️ Not yet registered to vote?
✔️ Recently moved and need to re-register?
✔️ Want to verify your registration details?
✔️ Need to check whether voting district boundaries have changed?
Visit https://t.co/tEnFZswFVq to verify your details today.
⚠️ Remember: You can only vote where you are registered.
📱 Need assistance or would like our team to come to your area? Send us a WhatsApp on 062 253 1746.

🇿🇦 Your vote is your voice. Make it count.

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

📢 DA activists and candidates continue to engage with communities across the Alfred Nzo Constituency, helping residents get election-ready and ensuring that every eligible voter has the information they need.

📍 In Ward 15 of the Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality, Candidate Bongiwe Hlongwe and Mrs Mfingwana hosted an information table in Kanyayo Village, assisting residents with voter registration information and verification checks.

🚪 Meanwhile, in Ward 13 of the Umzimvubu Local Municipality, Cllr Gwayi, Candidate Mtebele, Sikhunyana and Mkhwebula, together with activists Mxotshana, Ndongeni, Mdutyana and Mlenzana, conducted a door-to-door campaign in Hlani Village (Tsewu VD), engaging directly with residents and encouraging voter participation.

🗳️ Have you checked your voter registration status?

✔️ Not yet registered to vote?
✔️ Recently moved and need to re-register?
✔️ Want to verify your registration details?
✔️ Need to check whether voting district boundaries have changed?
🔍 Check your registration status at https://t.co/tEnFZswFVq
⚠️ Remember: You can only vote where you are registered.
📱 Need assistance or would like our team to come to your area? Send us a WhatsApp on 062 253 1746.

🇿🇦 Your vote is your voice. Make it count.

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

📢 Every registration counts, and every conversation matters.

Candidate Zuko Diniso conducted voter outreach in Bhukwini Village, Nyandeni, engaging with residents and helping ensure that voters are ready for the upcoming Local Government Elections.

🗳️ The outreach resulted in:
✔️ 5 new voter registrations
✔️ 15 voter registration checks and verifications
Thank you to the residents who took the time to engage and take an active role in shaping the future of their community.
🔍 Have you checked your voter registration status? Visit https://t.co/tEnFZswFVq

⚠️ Remember: You can only vote where you are registered. If you've recently moved or are unsure of your details, now is the time to check.

📱 Need assistance or would like our team to visit your area? Send us a WhatsApp on 062 253 1746.

🇿🇦 Your vote is your voice. Make it count.

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

📢 The DA team is out and about across Umzimvubu Local Municipality, helping residents get election-ready and spreading the message of change.

🚪 In Ward 12, Cllr Gwayi Candidate Sikhunyana, Zukiswa and activists Mxotshana conducted a door-to-door campaign in the Lutateni voting district, engaging directly with residents and assisting voters.

🪧 In Ward 18, Mount Frere Town, Cllr Sontsi and Candidate Thabisa Mramba were hard at work with poster flighting activities.

🪧 Meanwhile, Cllr Potwana, Cllr Motloli, Candidate Nomazizi, Candidate Jackie and Candidate Moraba continued poster flighting efforts across Wards 19 and 20.

🗳️ Have you checked your voter registration status?

✔️ Not yet registered to vote?
✔️ Recently moved and need to re-register?
✔️ Want to verify your registration details?
✔️ Need to check whether voting district boundaries have changed?
🔍 Check your registration status at https://t.co/tEnFZswFVq
⚠️ Remember: You can only vote where you are registered.
📱 Need assistance or would like our team to come to your area? Send us a WhatsApp on 062 253 1746.

🇿🇦 Your vote is your voice. Make it count.

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

👋 Have you checked your voter registration recently?

A lot can change between elections. If you've moved, changed addresses, or simply want peace of mind that your details are correct, now is the time to check. We are out and about in Dordrecht, to assist you with getting registered.

🔍 Check your registration status at https://t.co/tEnFZswFVq

📱 Need assistance? Send us a WhatsApp on 062 253 1746.

⚠️ Remember: You can only vote where you are registered.

🇿🇦 Your vote is your voice. Make it count.

[Retief Odendaal @retiefnmb]

During our panel discussion on Friday night, DA Deputy Chief Whip in Parliament, @BaxNodada , made a powerful point: this election is about uniting behind leaders who care and can deliver.

We refuse to be divided by race, gender, or the politics of the past. #getNMBworkingagain

[Democratic Alliance @Our_DA]

🇿🇦💙 South Africa can work for everyone!

DA Leader @geordinhl is committed to fighting for every town and city to work for all.

#RegisterToVoteDA

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

In the run up to the by-elections in Buffalo City's wards 1 and 10, the DA interacted with voters in Scenary Park, Bilmoria in Oriental Plaza, and Braelyn Hills in East London.
We reminded voters how crucial it is to vote DA in the by-elections on 17 June.
#VoteDA

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

Today the DA was in KwaNobuhle at the Babs Madlakane Hall in Uitenhage, and the hall was packed to the rafters. The people of Nelson Mandela Bay are uniting behind the DA and our mission to #getNMBworkingagain.

The DA is the only party strong enough to unseat the uncaring ANC government and restore service delivery, create jobs, and bring hope back to our communities.

DA leadership in attendance included Deputy Federal Chairperson Siviwe Gwarube, DA Eastern Cape Leader Andrew Whitfield, DA Eastern Cape Deputy Provincial Chairperson Baxolile Nodada, and DA Winterhoek Constituency Leader Horatio Hendricks.

The momentum for change is growing, and residents are making it clear that they are ready for a government that works for the people once again.

[DA Eastern Cape @DAEasternCape]

Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube MP joined EC Provincial Leader Andrew Whitfield MP, PENA Constituency Leader Yusuf Cassim MPL, DA NMB Mayoral Candidate Retief Odendaal MPL, and PENA Constituency Chairperson Cllr Georgina Faldtman on a visit to Dr Habelgraan Primary School in Arcadia, Nelson Mandela Bay.

As part of the visit, the delegation joined learners in doing a No Bullying Pledge, reinforcing the importance of respect, kindness, and creating safe, supportive environments where every learner can thrive.

📚🏫 Building a culture of dignity and respect in our schools is essential to ensuring every child has the opportunity to learn and succeed.