# South Africans demand security and basic services as they vote in local elections

https://mins.news/en/video/127028

- France 24 English, 2026-11-03 11:38 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlUVgRdsuYU

> High crime and inadequate basic services are worrying many South African voters. Water shortages and unreliable electricity have come to symbolize municipal failures, fueling anger and weakening support for the ruling African National Congress. The November 4 municipal elections will indicate whether these frustrations are changing political loyalties.

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