The eThekwini Ratepayers Protest Movement has established a political structure to contest the 4 November local government elections in Durban, marking a significant shift from civic activism to electoral politics. Chairperson Asad Gaffar said the decision followed growing public support and frustration with mainstream political parties.
After years of taking their anger to the streets, Durban ratepayers are preparing to take their fight to the ballot box.
The eThekwini Ratepayers Protest Movement, known for mobilising communities against failing services and rising municipal costs, has established a separate political structure to contest the November 4 local government elections.
The move threatens to disrupt an already fractured political landscape in KwaZulu-Natal, where no party can take victory for granted and coalition battles have become the new reality.
Movement chairperson Asad Gaffar confirmed the decision in an interview with IOL, signalling a shift from protest action to a direct fight for political power in the eThekwini Municipality.
