Polls show the Democratic Alliance is leading in both Cape Town and Johannesburg.
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Polls show the Democratic Alliance is leading in both Cape Town and Johannesburg.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.DA gains momentum in Cape Town and aims for largest party status in Johannesburg.1 source
- Voters are moving between Johannesburg and Cape Town to attend political debates.Sub-event
DA leads in recent polls in Cape Town and Johannesburg.1 source
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Cape Town
city in the Western Cape, South Africa
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Johannesburg
largest city in South Africa
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