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  "South Africans are preparing for pivotal local elections that could reshape the political landscape, with the ruling ANC facing a tough test, per newsday.com.",
  "Voter concerns center on water access, unemployment, and crime, as South African cities gear up for a multi-party battle, sacbee.com reports.",
  "Meanwhile, Pretoria is also grappling with questions about ArcelorMittal South Africa's ownership structure, as the city outlines plans to reshape the steel giant's future, africaintelligence.com notes.",
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