2026 Municipal Election Candidates » Eastern Cape » Umzimvubu » Ward 23
These are the candidates contesting Ward 23 in Umzimvubu, Eastern Cape, in the 2026 municipal elections.
| # | Candidate | Party |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calvin Bhekizizwe Matomela | African Christian Democratic Party |
| 2 | Sinethemba Zimaphiko Lugongolo | African Independent Congress |
| 3 | Olwethu Eric Mvuzani | African National Congress |
| 4 | Thandiswa Ntshobane | African People'S Convention |
| 5 | Nkosiyamangwe Washington Mvelase | African Transformation Movement |
| 6 | Bulelani Michael Ncapayi | Afrika Mayibuye Movement |
| 7 | Bennet Ripa | Congress of the People |
| 8 | Noziphiwo Antonette Mantshongo | Democratic Alliance |
| 9 | Vuyile Mzimkulu | Economic Freedom Fighters |
| 10 | Nomvuyo Memory Sambane | Ekhethu Peoples Party |
| 11 | Bongile Tallman Ngqasa | Izwi Labahlali Beward |
| 12 | Andile Qunta | Patriotic Alliance |
| 13 | Siyabulela Mthwesi | Socialist Revolutionary Workers Party |
| 14 | Siyamcela Mbanyana | South African Communist Party |
Note: Political parties may field the same candidate in more than one ward, so a candidate’s name may appear on more than one ward page.
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Source: Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) certified candidate list, 16 September 2026. Candidate lists can change after withdrawals or corrections.