dispatch.co.za - A FIERCE battle is under way among political parties who are wrestling for the control of East London suburbs. In past weeks the newly- formed Congress of the People (Cope) has established branches and wooed membership in traditional ANC and DA strongholds. The ruling party has countered, with members going back to their constituencies to try to strengthen support and the DA has also been busy setting up branches. This week alone, Cope set up three branches in Gonubie, Vincent and Cambridge...» view full story