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President Cyril Ramaphosa has dismissed opinion polls indicating a decline in support for the African National Congress (ANC), asserting that the party remains strong and will outperform its rivals in the upcoming local government elections. Addressing supporters at the ANC's final election rally, Ramaphosa emphasized the party's commitment to improving service delivery and addressing the concerns of South Africans, particularly regarding unemployment and gender-based violence. The ANC leader also highlighted the party's achievements, including the end of load shedding and investments in water infrastructure. As South Africans prepare to vote, the elections will determine control of the country's largest cities and test whether the ANC can reverse its electoral decline. Voters will elect councilors who will then choose mayors to oversee municipal services, including water, sanitation, and rubbish collection.
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