Johannesburg, South Africa — The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) is intensifying efforts to register eligible voters in a critical drive aimed at bolstering the nation’s voter rolls ahead of the 2026 local elections. With only 28 million out of 38 million eligible voters currently registered, the IEC is mobilizing over 48,000 staff to facilitate this weekend’s registration efforts.
The IEC’s database now recognizes 550 registered political parties. Masego Sheburi, the deputy chief Electoral Officer, acknowledges the growing disillusionment with democracy, stating that disillusionment is a significant factor deterring citizens from participating.
The IEC is actively addressing this by launching a targeted youth campaign to encourage voter registration among young people who have been historically underrepresented. South African citizens are being encouraged to register and participate in the electoral process with the aim of ensuring that the country’s democracy is inclusive and representative.
The IEC is striving to make registration as accessible as possible and is emphasizing the importance of informed participation in shaping the future of communities.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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