# Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has officially proclaimed 4 November in the Government Gazette as the date for the local government election. He spoke to the SABC, urging eligible citizens to register before the voters’ roll closes at midnight. Hlabisa encouraged communities to use the ballot box to hold councilors accountable, as voting demands better service delivery and strengthen local democracy:
Hlabisa officially proclaims date for local government election [SOUND]
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