BY ELECTION RESULTS: The DA has managed to retain eThekwini Ward 11 (Newlands) with a convincing victory. The results are as follows:
DA – 2928
ANC – 1554
EFF – 224
PA – 240
ACDP – 186 pic.twitter.com/PiKnfPN45a— 1KZNTV News (@1KZNtvNews) June 29, 2023
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has successfully held onto eThekwini Ward 11 (Newlands) in the latest by-election, securing a convincing victory. The final results of the election are as follows:
DA: 2,928 votes
ANC: 1,554 votes
EFF: 224 votes
PA: 240 votes
ACDP: 186 votes
The DA’s triumph in eThekwini Ward 11 demonstrates their ability to maintain their support and connect with voters in the area. With 2,928 votes, they secured a significant lead over their closest competitor, the African National Congress (ANC), who garnered 1,554 votes. The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) received 224 votes, while the Patriotic Alliance (PA) and African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) received 240 and 186 votes, respectively.
The results highlight the electorate’s confidence in the DA’s ability to represent their interests and address their concerns effectively. By securing a substantial number of votes, the DA has solidified its position as the preferred choice among voters in eThekwini Ward 11.
On the other hand, the ANC’s second-place finish signifies a decline in their support in the ward. With 1,554 votes, they were unable to match the DA’s popularity and failed to retain the ward under their control. The EFF, PA, and ACDP received relatively fewer votes, indicating a more limited following in the area.
These by-election results provide valuable insights into the current political landscape of eThekwini Ward 11. They indicate that the DA’s policies, candidates, and campaign strategies resonated well with the electorate, resulting in their continued representation in the ward. Meanwhile, the ANC and other political parties will need to reassess their approaches to regain or increase their support in future elections.
It is worth noting that by-elections are an essential democratic process that allows voters to express their preferences and can influence the broader political dynamics within a region or constituency. The outcome of this by-election in eThekwini Ward 11 will have implications for local governance and decision-making processes in the ward.
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