First published Oct 12, 2026, 9:51:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 12, 2026, 9:51:15 AM UTC

LGE 2026: Special Votes applications close today!

Applications for special votes in South Africa’s Local Government Elections close at 5 pm on 12 October 2026; the election is scheduled for 4 November 2026. Eligible voters can apply online, by SMS for a voting-station special vote, or in person at a local IEC office.

Why it matters

The deadline marks the end of the application period for eligible voters seeking special voting arrangements.

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Categories: politics-and-governance

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Geographic reach: 4/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 3/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 2/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 5/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 5/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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LGE 2026: Special Votes applications close today!

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