IEC deploys 127,000 officials as over 2.6 million South Africans prepare to cast special votes ahead of elections
IEC Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo briefs the media on the commission's readiness for special voting and the November 4 local government elections.
By Wendy DondoloSouth Africa
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More than 2.6 million South Africans are approved to cast special votes on November 2 and 3 as the IEC deploys 127,000 officials and warns against intimidation ahead of Wednesday's local government elections.
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- November 1, 2026
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- Wendy Dondolo
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