Local Elections news
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IEC helps residents get #ElectionReady
Local Elections newsNeed to check your voter registration details, confirm your voting station or get election-related answers? The IEC offers support in…
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IEC ready to support voters with disabilities ahead of local elections
Local Elections newsVoters can access accessible voting stations, assistive ballot templates and home visits to help them participate in the 2026 Local…
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IEC partners with tech giants to combat 2026 election disinformation
Local Elections newsDigital platforms grant the Electoral Commission direct channels to quickly take down misleading content ahead of the November vote.
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Role and limits of a ward councillor explained
Local Elections newsResidents often turn to their local representative first, but understanding where civic authority ends is key to effective community action.
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Eskom bans election posters on electricity poles
Local Elections newsPolitical material on live electrical equipment threatens public safety and risks widespread power disruptions across local supply networks.
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#IMadeMyMark: 18-year-olds urged to vote in 2026 Local Government Elections
Local Elections newsThe IEC encourages voter participation, highlighting how elections shape communities and democracy.
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Toekomsrus and Mohlakeng residents voice concerns ahead of November elections
Local Elections newsCommunity safety, service delivery and youth support top the list of demands as West Rand voters prepare for the upcoming…
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IEC outlines voter requirements ahead of 2026 local elections
Local Elections newsWith the 2026 Local Government Elections scheduled for November 4, the Electoral Commission of South Africa is reminding residents what…
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Randfontein residents air service delivery concerns ahead of elections
Local Elections newsCommunity members across Finsbury, Venterspos, Dan Tloome and Toekomsrus speak out on infrastructure failures, lack of water and poor councillor…
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Made a mistake on your ballot paper? Here’s what to do
Local Elections newsVoters making mistakes at the voting booth can request a new ballot paper before casting their vote into the box.
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Spot fake news before sharing 2026 election claims
Local Elections newsSimple verification steps help voters identify artificial intelligence manipulation and misleading claims ahead of next month's polls.
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Planning to vote on early election days? Here are the dates you need to diarise
Local Elections newsThe IEC has confirmed the dates for special voting. Make sure you know when and how the voting schedule applies…
