The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has urged eligible voters to register or update their voter registration details online, reminding the public that its Online Voter Registration Portal is zero-rated across major mobile networks.
Zero-rating means users can access the registration portal without paying for mobile data, making it possible to register to vote or update registration details even when they have no available data.
The IEC has, however, reminded users that they must switch mobile data on their phones to connect to the portal.
While airtime or an existing data balance is not required to use the service, mobile connectivity must be enabled.
The commission has encouraged voters not to wait until the last minute to check their registration information and to ensure that their details are up to date ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections.
Voters can access the Online Voter Registration Portal at registertovote.elections.org.za.
The IEC is also encouraging citizens to participate in the electoral process under the message: “Your vote is your voice. Make your mark”. – SAnews.gov.za
