By REGINALD KANYANE

27 October 2026 – The North West MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGHSTA), Oageng Molapisi will brief the media on the province’s state of readiness for the 2026 Local Government Elections on 30 October 2026. According to COGHSTA spokesperson, Lerato Gambu, the briefing will provide an update on provincial preparations and coordination measures aimed at ensuring smooth and successful local government elections across the North West.

Gambu said Molapisi would also outline the department’s post-election transition plan, including arrangements for the constitution of newly-elected municipal councils and the induction of councillors.

“The transition plan is aimed at ensuring continuity of governance, institutional stability and effective service delivery following the elections.

“The media briefing will take place at 9am at the Provincial Disaster Management Centre in Mahikeng. Members of the media wishing to attend are requested to RSVP to Lemogang Pule via WhatsApp on 072 142 3738,” he said.

Gambu further said transport has been arranged for local media practitioners based in and around Mahikeng. He added that the briefing is being convened by the North West Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA).

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