[SAnews.gov.za] The South African Police Service (SAPS) is investigating approximately 14 cases linked to the 2026 Local Government Elections, ranging from theft and intimidation, to incidents involving political party posters. Police probe 14 cases linked to 2026 local elections including ballot theft, intimidation and political party clashes. Twenty people linked to political parties and election activities have been killed during South Africa’s election period, with police investigating 139 election-related criminal cases.