ANC President Ramaphosa addresses political killings ahead of local elections

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has voiced deep concern regarding a spate of politically motivated killings targeting party members and campaigners ahead of the 2026 local government elections, condemning the violence and urging an end to such acts.

Ramaphosa made the remarks while addressing journalists on the sidelines of his election campaign in Cape Town. The killings come amid growing concerns about political violence ahead of the 4 November 2026 local government elections.

We want to bring those killings to an end.