Electoral Commission Begins Candidate Training for Local Elections

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The Electoral Commission has started training shortlisted candidates for the regional and local authority council elections scheduled for 26 November. The Commission says the sessions will conclude on 15 November and expects full attendance from all trainees, including those who have previously participated in similar programs, ECN spokesperson De Wet Siluka confirmed.

Electoral Commission Begins Candidate Training for Local Elections
Leonard Witbeen

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