Merafong City Ward 12: Voting Districts, Civic Boundaries, and Complete Candidate Roster

 To provide residents, voters, and local stakeholders with a complete, transparent, and neutral overview of local governance, this comprehensive guide outlines the geographical layout, voting locations, demographic figures, and official candidate filings for Ward 12 within the Merafong City Local Municipality (GT484).

Local Geographic Area & Administrative Overview

Ward 12 is a developing residential and township administrative zone situated within the Merafong City Local Municipality (GT484) in the West Rand District of Gauteng.

• Ward Number: 12

• Municipality: Merafong City Local Municipality (GT484)

• Province: Gauteng

• Main Settlement Areas: Khutsong South / Extension 5, Elijah Barayi Village, and surrounding residential expansion areas

• Primary Key Landmarks: Elijah Barayi Community Hall, God's Family Faith Ministries @ Ext 5 South, Khutsong Ext 5 Section 70 Home Based Care, and nearby transit linkages near Welverdiend and Carletonville.

Voting Districts, Voting Stations & Voter Registration Breakdowns

Ward 12 comprises a total of 4,120 registered voters, distributed across designated voting districts and stations to facilitate efficient voting and civic access. Below is the official breakdown of the voting stations and voter distribution within Ward 12:

Official Ward 12 Candidate Roster for the 2026 Local Government Election

Following official candidate submissions registered with the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) for the 2026 Local Government Elections, a wide range of political parties and independent representatives are contesting Ward 12 (Ward Code: 74804012).

Below is the verified list of nominated ward candidates contesting Ward 12 in Merafong City:

• African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP): Xoliswa Sylvia Chola

• African Independent Congress (AIC): Magaba Isaac Seleke

• African National Congress (ANC): Frans Chose Dikolomela

• African Transformation Movement (ATM): Mphuthumi Diko

• Afrika Mayibuye Movement: Makalo Petrus Peleha

• Azanian Ground Forces: Motlahosebatho Elizabeth Letlojane

• Build One South Africa (BOSA): Abram Motsoane

• Democratic Alliance (DA): George Motsamai Pitso

• Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF): Modisaotsile Martin Makgeledisa

• Economic Liberators Forum South Africa: Lesang Petrus Andries Dube

• Independent Candidate: Tshepo Isaac Motloi

• Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP): Aaron Cuna

• Labour Party of South Africa: Thapelo Daniel Mokone

• Merafong Agents of Change: Lehlohonolo Mokaloba Christopher Hanong

• One Merafong Organisation: Jankie Lavious Semuka

• Pan Africanist Congress of Azania (PAC): Tshepo Oageng Obuseng Seleke

• Patriotic Alliance (PA): Stephen Lange

• South African Communist Party (SACP): Relebohile Petrus Letshele

• True Reformation Party: Nokuthula Sixhaxha

• uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK Party): Kefilwe Annah Ntlhanakwe

• Vryheidsfront Plus / Freedom Front Plus (FF Plus): Pieter Ernst Beyers O'Riley

Active Political Parties in Merafong City Municipality

In addition to direct ward candidates, political organizations operate across the 28 wards of Merafong City Local Municipality through ward contesting and proportional representation (PR) party lists. Registered parties active in the municipal area include ActionSA, African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP), African Independent Congress (AIC), African National Congress (ANC), African Transformation Movement (ATM), Afrika Mayibuye Movement, Azanian Ground Forces, Build One South Africa (BOSA), Democratic Alliance (DA), Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Economic Liberators Forum South Africa, Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), Labour Party of South Africa, Merafong Agents of Change, One Merafong Organisation, Pan Africanist Congress of Azania (PAC), Patriotic Alliance (PA), South African Communist Party (SACP), True Reformation Party, uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK Party), United Africans Transformation (UAT), and the Vryheidsfront Plus / Freedom Front Plus (FF Plus). 

Understanding your designated voting district and reviewing official candidate lists enables community members to participate effectively in municipal governance and local democratic processes. Residents seeking further information regarding political manifestos, ward boundaries, or civic developments are encouraged to consult official IEC public records or reach out directly to local municipal offices.

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