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Government thanks voters, pays tribute to those who died during election period

IOL's headline. Reported by IOL.

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The South African government has commended millions of citizens who turned out to vote in the 2026 Local Government Elections and extended its condolences to families who lost loved ones during the electioneering period.

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  1. IOL South Africa Government thanks voters, pays tribute to those who died during election period The South African government has commended millions of citizens who turned out to vote in the 2026 Local Government Elections and extended its condolences to families who lost loved ones during the electioneering period. 1 h ago · Tier 3

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