The May 8 elections are fast approaching and political parties are out to win over the voters confidence. Whether you have decided on which party to vote for or not, it is advisable for all citizens to vote on the day.
Even if you have voted previously in one of the five elections of our democracy, it is important for you to know what to expect on the day.
SABC News spoke to former Vice Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (IEC) Terry Tselane on the voting process. With close to 20 years experience working for the IEC, Tselane knows the ins and outs of elections in the country and the rest of Africa.
He says the process shouldn’t take long once you’ve entered the voting station.
“The IEC staff members are well trained; they understand the process. Therefore, it should not take long for the voter to go through this particular process. At most we would say, once you have entered the voting station, it should take you less than five minutes to be able to cast your ballot.”
South Africans will be voting in one or two of the ten elections being held on the day – one national election (to vote in the National Assembly), and nine provincial elections (to vote in the Provincial Legislatures).
Voting is a simple 7 step process, guided by IEC officials from start to finish.
[WATCH ] Terry Tselane explains the voting process:
