#2026Localelections: First day of special votes goes down without a hitch
Make your mark and have your voice heard.
Most community members who voted on November 2 enjoyed smooth sailing as special voting for the Local Government Elections got underway.
Special voting continues today ( November 3), with voting stations set to open from 07:00 to 21:00 tomorrow (November 4) for registered voters for the 2026 Local Government Elections.
The Boksburg Advertiser took to the streets, visiting voting stations at Andries Scribante Haven and Laerskool Concordia.
Andries Scribante Haven
Apart from a few minor hiccups, everything went according to plan at the municipal-owned housing complex.
An IEC representative, who wished to remain anonymous, explained that issues included people whose names did not appear on the roll for special votes and political party representatives entering the venue.
These issues were addressed.
Residents Mara (78) and Basil Dorney (78) said they had a positive experience.
“Everyone was helpful and the process did not take longer than 20 minutes. Elderly people’s mobility issues were also taken into consideration,” said Mara.
When asked what she based her vote on, Mara responded: “Service delivery”
“We just want service delivery and basic security to improve.”
Elizabeth Johanna Arpen (67) and Catherin Louisa Booyens (69) also had no complaints.
“It was good; we cast our votes quickly.”
Elizabeth and Catherin said the housing facility needs to address ongoing lift issues, as the lift is currently out of order.
Both residents said they based their votes on fairness and a better future for all.
Laerskool Concordia
There were no long queues outside the voting station at Laerskool Concordia.
Deputy presiding officer Chantelle Kalu confirmed that it had been a quiet day at the polling station.
At the time of the Advertiser’s visit, 76 out of 200 registered voters made their mark.
The voting process, according to the IEC’s website
In a statement, the Electoral Commission reminds voters that they may only cast their special vote at the voting station where they are registered and must present a South African identity document before being allowed to vote.
This includes a smart ID card, green barcoded ID book or valid temporary ID obtained from the Department of Home Affairs.
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