Issued by: Southern Metropolitan Local Council
The Democratic Party had a landslide victory in the Ward 36 by-election last night. The DP received a total of 2535 votes, beating its closed rival party by 2272 votes. The NP could only muster 283 votes while the ANC received 62 votes.
Of the 9736 registered voters, a total of 2860 voted. A poll percentage of 29,3%. Overall this represents a poor turnout. The cold weather may have kept people away. Mr Michael Mann, the new Councillor for Ward 36 was elected with his party's success.
Issued on behalf of Greg Danials (Returning Officer SMLC)
By Virgil James (Communications Officer) Telephone: 407-8315
Further enquiries contact Adel Manthoko Telephone: 407-6785