The Inkatha Freedom Party is calling for the postponement of this year’s local government elections to May 2022. It says holding the elections this year will put the lives of South Africans at risk, especially considering the slow roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccine.

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By Smile Staff Reporter

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The Inkatha Freedom Party is calling for the postponement of this year’s local government elections to May 2022. It says holding the elections this year will put the lives of South Africans at risk, especially considering the slow roll-out of the COVID-19 vaccine.

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