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Election Manifesto · Local Government 2026
A community-centric plan for Cape Town's future
As a non-racial party, we believe every decision must be community-centric and evidence-based — addressing root causes, redressing historical injustices, and creating meaningful improvements in the social, political and economic conditions of all.
Evidence-based. Practical. Community-driven.
Pre-amble
Decisions rooted in communities, guided by evidence
Any decision-making process must be community-centric and evidence-based. Decisions must address the root causes of our challenges, taking cognisance of the macro and micro, internal and external environment.
Transformative local government
We further believe that local government must be transformative — aiming to redress historical injustices and create meaningful improvements in social, political and economic conditions for all.
Community empowerment as foundation
Our vision is that every intervention has community empowerment as its foundation. That vision rests on six pillars, set out across this manifesto and driven by one promise: dignity for all people.
Our vision
Six pillars of the 2026 manifesto
Every commitment in this manifesto flows from six pillars. Follow each pillar to the full policy detail.
Public infrastructure
Infrastructure governed as a public good, not a commercial commodity — publicly owned, publicly controlled, publicly accountable.
Infrastructure policy →Crime & safety
Safety co-produced with communities: transparent policing, early intervention, social support and neighbourhood partnerships.
Safety manifesto →Economic empowerment
Broad-based worker ownership, community-centred procurement and employment equity based on regional demographics.
Empowerment plan →Fair finance & accountable councillors
Balanced, geographically fair budgets and enforceable performance agreements for every elected councillor.
Finance & accountability →Women & youth
Healing, protection and empowerment: from trauma to safety, skills, opportunity and economic independence.
Women & youth →“Local government must be transformative — redressing historical injustices and creating meaningful improvements in social, political and economic conditions for all.” — UDF Party, Election Manifesto 2026
Party leadership
Andhor Grey Marks is ready to serve
President of the United Democratic Front Party. Andhor Grey Marks brings together academic excellence, leadership experience, and a deep understanding of grassroots community realities.
Academic credentials
- Postgraduate Diploma in Law (Employment & Social Security Law) — University of Cape Town
- MPhil (Master's degree in Philosophy) in Dispute Resolution — University of Cape Town
Professional & leadership experience
- Retail Operations Manager (JSE-listed retailer)
- Divisional Training Manager, HR Partner, HR Manager, and HR Executive
- Board Member, Transitional Municipal Councillor, NGO Director
- SRC Chairperson, Youth and Community Leader
- Taxi Driver (Parkwood–Wynberg)
A life shaped by struggle and service
During the 1980s, Marks was detained multiple times, including under Section 29 of the Internal Security Act (No. 74 of 1982), reflecting his commitment during one of South Africa's most difficult periods. He remains strongly forward-looking and focused on the real challenges facing South African citizens today.
His vision is rooted in
- Dignity for all people
- Community empowerment
- Social, economic and administrative justice
- Safety and security for all
Vote United Democratic Front Party
Evidence-based. Practical. Community-driven. Join us in building a resilient, safe and equitable Cape Town.