FNF South Africa invites organisations or companies with strong media and community reach to propose and deliver a Cape Town mayoral debate and related civic dialogues ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections.
The project should combine an in-person event with effective social and digital media engagement, reflect Cape Town’s local character and remain politically fair. The selected partner will help develop the debate format, conduct community listening activities, coordinate candidates and stakeholders, manage event production, and oversee promotion, livestreaming or other digital distribution.
Maximum budget: ZAR 200,000, inclusive of VAT and all costs
Closing date: 5 August 2026 at 17:00 SAST
Successful applicant notified: 7 August 2026
Delivery deadline: 30 September 2026
Proposals should be three to five pages and include the concept, activities, timeline, audience reach, a simple budget and brief organisational credentials. Submissions must be emailed to wayne.alexander@freiheit.org with the subject line “Cape Town Mayoral Debate Proposal”.