Yes – you can register to vote before the age of 18

Remember you can also register to vote at voting stations during the IEC's registation weekend on August 1-2.

17 hours ago

Liezl Scheepers 1 minute read

First time voters do not have to wait until they’re 18 to register to vote. According to the IEC you can register from the age of 16 and vote once you are 18 years or older on Election Day.

Registering early means you will be ready to have your say when you are eligable to vote.

How to register online:

Visit https://registertovote.elections.org.za

Whether you are registering for the first time, or updating your voter registration details, the Electoral Commission’s online registration portal makes the process simple secure and data free.

To register online is free – no data costs.
Convenient – you can register or update your details anytime, anywhere
It is quick – the process takes just a few minutes.

You can now check your voter status online. Image: IEC South Africa

Who can vote in SA elections?

You have to be a South African citizen
To vote you have to be 18 years or older
You will need a valid SA ID, Smart ID card or a valid Temporary Identity Certificate

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17 hours ago

Liezl Scheepers 1 minute read

Liezl Scheepers

Liezl Scheepers is editor of the Parys Gazette, a local community newspaper distributed in the towns of Parys, Vredefort and Viljoenskroon. As an experienced community journalist in all fields for the past 30 years, she has a passion for her community, and has been actively involved in several community outreach projects as part of Parys Gazette's team.