First published Nov 1, 2026, 5:27:15 PM UTC · Last updated Nov 1, 2026, 5:27:15 PM UTC

Special voters urged to remain home until IEC officials arrive

The IEC asked approved home-visit voters to remain at their registered addresses on 2 and 3 November until officials arrive. The source reports 678,525 approved voters for home visits.

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The guidance concerns access to special voting for approved voters across South Africa.

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