Your Ward.
Your Voice.
Your Future.
RUN4RSA is a national leadership pipeline platform identifying, developing and supporting credible local leaders ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections.
Ordinary People. Extraordinary Leaders.
About RUN4RSA
RUN4RSA is not a political party. We are a civic leadership platform created to identify and support ethical, accountable, and community-centred leaders.
Too often, credible local leaders who enjoy strong support in their communities are overlooked by the partisan political party system. Our mission is to bypass that bottleneck, providing a direct pipeline for genuine community champions to serve in the 2026 Local Government Elections.
Our Mission
To build a pipeline of ethical, capable local leaders who put their communities first, ensuring that every ward in South Africa is represented by someone who truly serves the people.
Who Should Join?
We are looking for diverse, credible voices already making an impact.
Community activists
Community builders
Young leaders
Entrepreneurs
Professionals
Residents serving communities
The Standard for Ethical Leadership
Candidate Requirements
- Must meet Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) requirements
- Must be willing to pay own IEC registration fee
- Must commit unconditionally to ethical leadership
- Must sign a binding social contract with the people
- Terms and conditions apply to all candidacies
Support Provided by RUN4RSA
We equip our candidates with the tools needed to run effective, winning campaigns.
Leadership training
Comprehensive modules on civic governance and ethical leadership.
IEC registration guidance
Step-by-step assistance through the electoral registration process.
Campaign resources
Access to templates, strategies, and materials for effective campaigning.
Mobilisation support
Strategies for community engagement and grassroots mobilisation.
Digital campaign support
Tools and guidance for maintaining a strong online presence.
Volunteer support
Connection to a network of dedicated RUN4RSA volunteers.
Candidate Registration
Take the step. Nominate yourself or a proven leader in your community.
Submit your details
All fields are required unless stated otherwise.
Not ready to run?
Volunteer with RUN4RSA.
Every successful movement needs a dedicated ground force. If you are passionate about changing the face of local government but aren't ready to stand as a candidate, your skills are invaluable to us.
Join our volunteer network to help mobilise communities, manage digital campaigns, and support credible leaders on their journey to the 2026 elections.
Become a RUN4RSA Patriot
Help build ethical local leadership in South Africa. As a Patriot, you commit to upholding the values of transparency, accountability, and community service.
Patriots form the backbone of our ethical network, advocating for the RUN4RSA standards in their respective wards and holding local leaders accountable.
Get in Touch
We are here to answer your questions and support your journey.