Electoral Commission updates the nation on progress in preparation for the 2024 National and Provincial Elections
Tuesday, 16 April 2024
The Electoral Commission reports that substantial progress has been made in preparation for the 2024 National and Provincial Elections. We therefore are pleased to report on the progress relating to the following milestones.
Electoral Commission approaches the Constitutional Court for Clarity on Section 47(1)(e) of the Constitution
Friday, 12 April 2024
The Commission confirms that it has lodged an urgent and direct appeal to the Constitutional Court relating to the order of the Electoral Court setting aside its decision following the appeal by the MK Party.
Electoral Commission acknowledges Orders of the Electoral Court
Tuesday, 09 April 2024
The Electoral Commission has today received two orders from the Electoral Court. We have taken note of the contents of both orders.
Keynote remarks by Chairperson Mosotho Moepya at the National Pledge Signing of the Electoral Code of Conduct for NPE 2024
Thursday, 04 April 2024
Today's ceremony holds profound significance as we witness leaders of parties represented in the National Political Liaison Committee publicly pledge to abide by the Electoral Code of Conduct for the 2024 National and Provincial Elections.
Remarks by Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo at the National Pledge Signing of the Electoral Code of Conduct for NPE 2024
South Africa’s democracy is 30 years this month on the 27th of April 2024. Today, we stand before South Africa and her people to affirm our readiness to conduct an election which accords with the constitutional yardsticks and international norms.
Electoral Commission decides objections on candidates nominated for 2024 National and Provincial Elections
Thursday, 28 March 2024
The Electoral Commission confirms that is has received 82 objections in relation to candidates nominated by 21 political parties for the 2024 National and Provincial Elections.
Electoral Commission notes court judgement
Tuesday, 26 March 2024
The Electoral Commission notes the judgement handed down by the Electoral Court in relation to the registration of Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party.
Electoral Commission publishes lists of candidates for inspection and objections
Today, 26 March 2024, marks yet another milestone in the candidate nomination process ahead of South Africa's National and Provincial elections scheduled for 29 May 2024.
Voters’ roll to be certified for 2024 National and Provincial Elections
Monday, 11 March 2024
Over 27.79 million voters – the highest since the dawn of democracy in South Africa – are eligible to cast their votes in the 2024 National and Provincial Elections. The voters’ roll will be certified by the Chief Electoral Officer on 12 March 2024.
Update on the Nomination of Candidates for NPE 2024
Saturday, 09 March 2024
The period for parties and independents candidates to submit their nomination details to participate in the upcoming National and Provincial Elections (NPE) closed yesterday, Friday 8 March 2024 at 17h00.