# Elections 2026: Five key things ALL voters need to know

https://www.thesouthafrican.com/news/elections/elections-2026-five-key-things-all-voters-need-to-know/

South Africans will head to the polls on Wednesday, 4 November, to elect the municipal representatives who will make decisions affecting their communities over the next five years. From choosing ward councillors and political parties to deciding who governs municipalities, the Local Government Elections give voters an opportunity to influence how their towns and cities are run. With election day approaching, here are FIVE key things voters need to know before casting their ballots. 1. When and where to vote The 2026 Local Government Elections will take place on Wednesday, 4 November. Voting st

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