The IEC has set 20 and 21 June 2026 as a national voter registration weekend and urges an early election date announcement to ensure voters can register correctly
Chief electoral officer Sy Mamabolo urged Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa to announce the election date ahead of proclamation
They have grumbled about having to travel long distances and poor communication by the IEC
Participation in our fledgling democracy at all levels is the best way forward
Voters should ponder about what their vote means for the future of South Africa