Not promises. A social pact with the people of Ekurhuleni.
Explore ICM's programme for local government and citizen accountability.
Find your ward, learn about local representation and connect with ICM.
A citizen-led movement committed to accountable leadership, strong communities and local government that puts people first.
ICM’s 2026 programme is built around a simple principle: government must answer to the people.
READ THE FULL MANIFESTO →Nine commitments for ethical leadership, stronger wards, accountable government, service delivery and economic opportunity.
EXPLORE THE PLAN →Ten public commitments covering integrity, accountability, good governance, service delivery and excellence.
VIEW THE PLEDGES →A public agreement between communities and those elected to serve them — with responsibilities on both sides.
READ THE SOCIAL PACT →
ICM’s leadership approach is built around accountability, community participation and the principle that elected representatives must remain answerable to the people they serve.
“Power belongs to the people.”
Find your local ICM candidate, ward information and community priorities. The goal is to make it easier for residents to connect directly with the people and issues that matter in their area.
Speeches, interviews, community engagements and campaign updates from across the Independent Citizens Movement.
VIEW ALL MEDIA →Watch this engagement on leadership, citizenship and the future of Ekurhuleni.
There are many ways to take part in the movement — from joining ICM, supporting your ward, attending community engagements or staying informed.
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Taking Power Back to the People.