# ANC first deputy secretary-general Nomvula Mokonyane says it’s too early to conclude that increased voter turnout in the 2026 local government elections will work against the party. Addressing the media at the Electoral Commission’s results operation centre in Midrand, Mokonyane said the ANC remains optimistic as results come in. She added that the party campaigned extensively nationwide and will assess the results before concluding coalitions:
ANC remains hopeful as local government election results continue to emerge [SOUND]
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