The Electoral Commission
announces countrywide Online Voter Registration Campaign, marking a key
milestone in preparations for the upcoming 2026 local government elections and expanding access to voter registration for millions of South
Africans.
The campaign, went live this
week across media platforms, calling on eligible South Africans to register online,
update their voter details, and verify their
registration status ahead of
election day later in the year.
In 2021, the Electoral
Commission introduced the online portal - a self-service voter registration
system - which has proven effective among eligible South Africans. It enables
citizens to register, update, and verify their details remotely, significantly
improving the accessibility, efficiency, and integrity of the voter
registration process.
This year alone, the portal
recorded 26,743 newly registered voters, bringing the total number of
registered voters to 27,718,204. The highly sought-after youth demographic now
accounts for 7,756,911 registered voters, underscoring the urgent need to
intensify efforts to mobilise young people ahead of the 2026 local government
elections.
Furthermore, the Electoral
Commission is intensifying voter registration and civic education initiatives
at institutions of learning nationwide, reinforcing civic and democracy drives
aimed at young people.
Eligible South Africans aged
16 years and older, with a valid identity document, can register to vote or update their
details on the online. Visit Registertovote.elections.org.za today
– the process is
quick, safe, and easy. Your vote is your power, and democracy starts with you
taking action today.
The Electoral Commission
reminds South Africans that in these elections, voters will only be permitted to vote at the voting station where they are registered. It is therefore essential that voters ensure
their registration details,
including their voting
district and voting station,
are correct and up to date ahead of Election Day.
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