On 17 October, Al Jama-ah brought its 2026 Local Government Elections campaign to Soweto, combining a commemorative march honouring the legacy of the 1976 uprising with the launch of its election manifesto.
The march carried participants through the streets of Soweto, remembering the young people who stood up against apartheid in 1976 and the sacrifices made in the struggle for dignity, equality and a better future.
Fifty years on, that legacy remains a reminder that the needs and voices of communities must matter. Access to basic services, secure housing, economic opportunity and accountable leadership remain central to the challenges facing many South Africans.
At Orlando Communal Hall, Al Jama-ah set out its priorities for local government, including land tenure and housing, water and sanitation, electricity, infrastructure, local economic development, responsible financial management and ethical leadership.
The event brought together Al Jama-ah’s Gauteng leadership, including Party Leader Ganief Hendricks, Imraan Moosa, mayoral candidate Ashley Mama, and Thapelo and Kabelo, alongside supporters and campaigners.
The march and manifesto launch marked an important moment in the party’s preparations for the 2026 Local Government Elections — connecting the history of Soweto with the ongoing conversation about service delivery, community development and the responsibilities of local government.
Remembering the struggle. Recognising today’s challenges. Setting out priorities for the road ahead.
Al Jama-ah — Serving Humanity. Rooted in Faith. United for Justice.
