ANC retains Fetakgomo-Tubatse Ward 37

The ANC retained the seat it won in the 2021 Local Government Elections following the by-elections in Ward 37 of Fetakgomo-Tubatse Local Municipality, Limpopo, on Wednesday.

The vacancy in the ward occurred due to the death of the Ward Councillor. The voter turnout for this ward in the 2021 Local Government Elections was 46.33% while the turnout was 58% in 2025.

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During the elections on Wednesday, the ANC recorded a decisive victory with a significant increase in support and a higher voter turnout.

Ngake Zacharia Motubatse was elected as the new councillor after the party received 71% of the votes, up from 57%.

Ward 37 of Fetakgomo-Tubatse Local Municipality by-election results:

ANC: 71% [up from 57%]

EFF: 13% [down from 28%]

Mayibuye: 6%

SAMEBA: 5% [up from <1%]

Bolsheviks: 2% [up from <1%]

SACP: 1%

MK: 1%

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“We congratulate our incoming ANC Councillor Comrade Ngake Zacharia Motubatse and express heartfelt appreciation to all ANC volunteers and our structures whose tireless work and unity of purpose made this victory possible,” said the ANC in a statement.

“The ANC is deeply humbled by the renewed confidence shown by the people of Ward 37 and remains steadfast in its commitment to continue serving the community with integrity, dedication and action, as we build better communities together.”