# Political killings fuel fear in South Africa ahead of local elections

https://mins.news/en/video/63605

- Al Jazeera English, 2026-09-18 03:00 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXlR9zL9A7E

> A surge in political killings is raising fears that South Africa’s November local elections could be among its most violent. At least 26 people were killed in suspected politically motivated attacks during the first seven months of the year, while some officials believe violence is being used to curb competition for coveted councillor posts.

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