Survey reveals SMEs have clear expectations and firm voting intentions ahead of local elections

Bizcommunity | 22.10.2026 16:33
South African small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have entered the local government election period with clear expectations around the conditions needed to operate, invest and grow. Municipal service delivery, good governance and the effective management of illegal immigration have emerged as leading concerns influencing how SME owners intend to vote in the upcoming local government elections.