Tshwane compelled to temporarily shut entertainment areas on up-coming Election Day
In Tshwane, 1 526 295 people registered to vote, which was a slight drop of 30 629 voters compared to the 2019 elections.
The Tshwane metro has been compelled to temporarily shut down nature reserves, resorts and public swimming pools on Election Day, November 1.
Tshwane metro spokesperson said all of the municipality’s nature reserves, resorts and public swimming pools will be closed to visitors.
“This comes as a result of the announcement that was made by President Cyril Ramaphosa declaring Monday, November 1, a public holiday as this was a date set for local government elections.
“The metro is compelled to temporarily suspend operations at these facilities to afford all staff members an opportunity to take part in the local government elections,” Mashigo said.
He said all the affected facilities would be back in full operation from November 2.
He apologised for any inconvenience that may arise as a result of this temporary suspension.
President Cyril Ramaphosa recently called on all registered voters to use the opportunity to elect new leadership and influence service delivery.
“Voters are reminded as well that they will only be able to cast their votes at the polling stations in wards where they are registered. In the event that voters may consider travel, they will not be able to transfer their votes to voting stations away from their designated wards,” said Ramaphosa.
He urged voters to ensure they adhere to the Covid-19 health regulations as they exercise their vote.
With only a few days until the municipal elections, the IEC said it was ready and would announce the results on November 4.
On Tuesday, the IEC launched the national elections results operation centre at the Tshwane events centre, where all results of the municipal elections across the country will be published.
Chief electoral officer Sy Mamabolo said 26.2 million voters were expected to participate in the election of government leadership of 257 councils nationally.
In Tshwane, 1 526 295 people registered to vote, which was a slight drop of 30 629 voters compared to the 2019 elections.
Mamabolo said publishing the results at the centre was a measure to ensure the commission adheres to its constitutional duty to conduct free and fair elections.
“The launch of this centre is a testimony of our constitutional promise that South Africa is a functioning vibrant democracy. There is a constitutional charge in the IEC to manage free and fair elections; this is receiving physical expression in the launch of the centre,” he said.
“This centre is also a prism through which the country and the world observe our electoral process. It is thus a window that facilitates the transparency impulse which is at the core of our electoral project.”
Commission chairperson Glen Mashinini said the centre was established to ensure transparency and credibility of the voting processes.
“It is in this place, on these grounds, that we have announced results of and certified as free and fair, all national, provincial and local elections for the past 27 years,” he said.
“Transparency, accountability and ethical conduct are all important values in our work and these elections. Transparency is the main reason the IEC is conducting its business in the open. The public will see all the votes counted on a gigantic screen.”
Forty-five political parties and 46 independent candidates in Tshwane will be participating in the elections.
The region has over 785 voting stations.
The following registration protocols will adhere at all stations:
– Face mask or cloth covering of the nose and mouth;
– Social distancing of a minimum of 1.5m; and
– Sanitising upon entry into the registration station.
We acknowledge that the print and digital media plays an important role when it comes to informing communities before and during election periods.
Caxton Local Media tells readers what they must know on the practicalities of voting, and provides information regarding the right and duty to vote. Where necessary, we de-bunk mis- and disinformation relating to elections.
We reflect a multiplicity of voices in our pre-election and election reporting, and do not allow favouritism or biasedness in favour of any party or candidate. Where topics are discussed by political representatives [or commentators – optional], or where reporting features various parties or figures, we allow for the reflection of multiple voices of all those involved. Being balanced is our goal.
We acknowledge that the print and digital media plays an important role when it comes to informing communities before and during election periods.
Caxton Local Media tells readers what they must know on the practicalities of voting, and provides information regarding the right and duty to vote. Where necessary, we de-bunk mis- and disinformation relating to elections.
We reflect a multiplicity of voices in our pre-election and election reporting, and do not allow favouritism or biasedness in favour of any party or candidate. Where topics are discussed by political representatives [or commentators – optional], or where reporting features various parties or figures, we allow for the reflection of multiple voices of all those involved. Being balanced is our goal.
Do you have more information about the story?
Please send us an email to editorial@rekord.co.za or phone us on 083 625 4114.
For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord’s websites: Rekord East
For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram
