Government has thanked South Africans, who participated in the special voting process on Monday, 2 November, and encouraged citizens who registered for special votes to cast their votes on the final day of special voting on Tuesday, 3 November.
Special voting is intended to ensure that eligible voters who registered for special voting have an opportunity to cast their vote ahead of Election Day.
Government has also called on all eligible voters to turn out in their numbers on Wednesday, 4 November, as the country holds the Local Government Elections.
“Citizens are encouraged to make their way early to their voting stations, as weather predictions indicate isolated showers in parts of the country,” Deputy Government Spokesperson, William Baloyi, said.
Voters must bring one of the following accepted identity documents when voting: a smart ID card, a green barcoded ID book, or a valid temporary identity certificate.
Baloyi said the right to vote was a hard-won victory for South Africans, emphasising that participating in elections, is one of the most important ways South Africans can exercise and protect democracy.
“The Municipal Elections are a key indicator to show how South Africa’s democracy is growing stronger by giving citizens a voice in decisions that affect service delivery and their communities’ future. By participating in tomorrow’s Municipal Elections, you are exercising your fundamental democratic right and helping to shape the future of your community,” Baloyi said.
Government has also warned against the deliberate circulation of unsubstantiated allegations, fabricated election results, manipulated videos and misleading claims intended to discredit the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC), or create unnecessary public anxiety.
Members of the public are encouraged to report election-related misinformation and disinformation through the independent Real411 platform at https://real411.org.za/complaints/submit.
“Your vote is your voice. Never underestimate the power of your vote.” – SAnews.gov.za
