As 2026 begins, Daily Maverick has published an article inviting South Africans to share their top priorities for the national agenda. The piece highlights upcoming municipal elections and the ongoing water crisis as key challenges at a crossroads for the country.
The article, titled 'What should South Africa’s 2026 resolutions be?', appeared on January 7, 2026. It describes the year as one of 'huge potential and even bigger questions', urging readers to consider water security and municipal elections in shaping the future.
'With municipal elections on the horizon and the water crisis looming, we’re at a crossroads,' the description states. The publication encourages contributions via Daily Maverick Connect, asking: 'If you were drafting the national agenda for 2026, what would be your top priority?'
This call to action positions 2026 as a pivotal moment, emphasizing the need for a national 'must-do' list to address pressing issues. No specific resolutions are proposed in the piece, but it serves as a platform for public input on these topics.
