ActionSA announced Nasiphi Moya as its mayoral candidate for the City of Tshwane during an event in Nellmapius, east of Pretoria [1, 2].

The appointment signals the party's strategy to secure a stronghold in Gauteng Province before the next cycle of local governance. By naming a candidate early, ActionSA aims to establish a visible presence in the region and challenge existing leadership structures.

The party said that the City of Tshwane serves as a demonstration that local government can function effectively when removed from failed leaders [1, 2]. This announcement is part of a broader push to promote service delivery, and accountability within the municipality [1, 2].

The move comes as political organizations prepare for the upcoming local government elections, which are scheduled for Nov. 4, 2026 [3]. ActionSA intends to use the remaining months to mobilize voters and highlight its platform of governance reform.

Reporting from Mamelodi and Nellmapius indicates that the party is focusing its outreach on areas where service delivery remains a critical issue for residents [2, 4]. The selection of Moya is intended to reflect the party's commitment to leadership that prioritizes administrative efficiency over political patronage [1, 2].

ActionSA said the goal is to ensure that the City of Tshwane becomes a model for other municipalities across South Africa [1]. The party believes that a focused approach to mayoral leadership will allow the city to overcome previous systemic failures, and improve the quality of life for its citizens [2].

“ActionSA announced Nasiphi Moya as its mayoral candidate for the City of Tshwane.”

The early nomination of Nasiphi Moya suggests ActionSA is attempting to shift the political narrative in Gauteng from party-centric ideological battles to a focus on administrative competence. By framing the Tshwane mayoral race around service delivery and accountability, the party is positioning itself as a pragmatic alternative to the larger established parties ahead of the November 2026 elections.