Election assist hub

2026 election timeline

1. 2026-06-20

   Voter registration weekend info

   IEC national registration weekend (20–21 June 2026).

2. 2026-08-07

   Election proclaimed info

   Formal proclamation opens the 89-day election timetable.

3. 2026-08-11

   Provisional voters’ roll inspection deadline

   Inspection & objections window around mid-August 2026.

4. 2026-08-28

   Candidate nominations close deadline

   Party and independent nominations deadline (17:00).

5. 2026-10-12

   Special vote applications close deadline

   Check IEC for CEO special-vote application cut-off.

6. 2026-11-02

   Special voting days election

   Special votes 2–3 November 2026, 08:00–17:00.

7. 2026-11-04

   Election Day election

   Local Government Elections — stations 07:00–21:00.

Dates summarised from IEC / government announcements. Confirm cut-off times on elections.org.za.

Guides

• How to check your voter registration status (2026)

  Use the official IEC tools to confirm you are on the voters’ roll at the correct voting district before Election Day.

• LGE 2026 Election Day checklist — 4 November

  What to bring, when stations open, and how to find your voting station for municipal elections.

• Special votes explained for LGE 2026

  Who qualifies, when to apply, and what home / station special voting means.

• How South African municipal elections work

  Wards, PR lists, metros vs local municipalities — a neutral explainer.

• Find your voting station — practical tips

  How to locate your station using IEC tools, plus how Voter SA’s demo station search helps you practise.

FAQ

When is Election Day for LGE 2026?

Wednesday 4 November 2026. Voting stations open 07:00–21:00.

Where do I check my registration?

Use the official IEC Voter Portal at registertovote.elections.org.za or IEC channels. Voter SA does not hold the voters roll.

What are special votes?

A way to vote on 2–3 November 2026 if you cannot attend your station on Election Day. Applications have IEC deadlines.