2026 LGE Elections
83-year-old Newcastle resident remains hopeful in voting
Armstrong cast her special vote today at a retirement village in Newcastle.
02 Nov 202616:27 SAST
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Local Elections 2026
Free State IEC flags address discrepancies during special voting
Changes in municipal demarcations have also left some voters disappointed.
Local Elections 2026
More than 700,000 votes cast on first day of special voting: IEC
The delays were caused by the late distribution of ballot papers.
Local Elections 2026
ActionSA condemns killing of KZN political activist Victoria Mkhize
Mkhize was allegedly stabbed with a knife and then strangled to death outside her home.
Local Elections 2026
Retired lawyer John Price hopeful on improved service delivery
Price and his wife, Jennifer, are some of the senior citizens who cast their votes.
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2026 LGE Elections
Three strategic SA companies, SABC, Telkom and IEC, communicating info about these elections: Gungubele
Deputy Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Mondli Gungubele says the department’s main function regarding communication technology during elections pertains to transparency. Gungubele was interviewed on SABC News Live being broadcast from the Electoral Commission’s (IEC) Results Operation Centre (ROC) in Midrand. Gungubele says, “You have three strategic South Africa companies, SABC, Telkom and the…
02 Nov 202615:58 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
uPhongolo seniors make voices heard through special votes
The women say they want elected councillors to deliver on their promises, by addressing water issues
02 Nov 202615:50 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
Surge in special vote applications signals high interest in local elections – Analyst
Political analyst Dr Levy Ndou says the high number of special vote applications could point to increased public interest in Wednesday’s Local Government Elections. He attributes the heightened engagement to intensified political campaigning, the growing number of political parties and the participation of younger candidates. Ndou has also commended the Electoral Commission for its efforts…
02 Nov 202615:37 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
IEC says special voting off to a good start
The commission says all voting stations will remain operational until 17:00 during special voting.
02 Nov 202615:32 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
Voters not deterred by eThekwini heavy rain
The SAWS has warned that heavy downpours are expected in KZN.
02 Nov 202613:18 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
‘Democratic responsibility of voters doesn’t end at ballot box’
This as Monday, Tuesday have been marked for special votes ahead of Wednesday’s elections.
02 Nov 202613:06 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
IEC deploys 250 teams across Amajuba District to conduct home visits
The IEC teams are expected to conduct about 6 900 home visits for special votes.
02 Nov 202612:23 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
Millions of South Africans rely on SABC for election news: Malatsi
Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi says despite the conversation about funding for the SABC to cover the local government election (LGE), the public broadcaster has still managed to provide comprehensive political coverage leading up the November 4th polls. Malatsi says, “ The SABC has given every party access to fair coverage…
02 Nov 202611:47 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
Visually impaired woman grateful for special voting arrangements
Shirley Kekana says special voting makes it easier for people living with disabilities to vote
02 Nov 202611:43 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
IEC kicks off first day of special voting
IEC officials will conduct home visits for those approved for special voting.
02 Nov 202611:11 SAST
2026 LGE Elections
Concerns over safety of voters amid Cape Town taxi violence
A deadly dispute over taxi routes is prompting fears of transport disruptions and voter intimidation
02 Nov 202609:10 SAST