🗳️ Municipal Elections Hub
Explore manifestos, track promises, and make your voice heard in South Africa's democracy.
Why Your Vote Matters
In 2021, voter turnout dropped to the lowest ever. Don't let others decide your future.
Over 26 million registered voters can change everything — if they show up.
Your ward councillor represents about 15,000 people. Your voice matters in that room.
Ward elections can be won by a single vote. Yours could be the one that changes everything.
Featured Manifestos
Getting Things Done 2026
The DA's municipal blueprint focuses on clean governance, reliable services, and economic growth. Proven track record in well-run metros applied nationwide.
Power to the People 2026
The EFF's radical transformation plan for municipalities: free water and electricity for the poor, land redistribution, and community ownership of local resources.
Fix Our Cities 2026
ActionSA's practical plan to fix potholes, end loadshedding at municipal level, fight corruption, and make cities work for everyone.
Promise Tracker — Did They Deliver?
Expropriate unused municipal land
Free university for all
Achieve clean audit in Cape Town
Reduce load shedding impact by 50%
Build 100,000 RDP houses
Fix all water leaks in Joburg within 1 year
Provide free WiFi in all municipal buildings
Community Discussion
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How to Register to Vote
Get Your ID
You need a valid South African ID document, smart card ID, or temporary ID certificate.
Find Your Station
Visit the IEC website or SMS your ID number to 32810 to find your nearest registration point.
Register in Person
Visit your voting station during a registration weekend with your ID. Registration is free.
Vote on Election Day
Go to your registered voting station on election day. Polls open 7am-9pm. Bring your ID.