LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026: This new Soweto party uses Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s face to win votes

Outlet: Daily Maverick · Bheki C. Simelane · Published 22/10/2026 09:39 UTC

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KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi isn’t involved in Vuka SA, but the new Soweto-based party is using his image on T-shirts and banners – next to Ibrahim Traoré. Now SAPS is seeking legal advice to stop the party from using the top cop’s image.

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Source: https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-10-22-this-new-soweto-party-uses-nhlanhla-mkhwanazis-face-to-win-votes/
Published: 22/10/2026 09:39 UTC
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