Somila Tiwani

JOHANNESBURG - The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) launched its 2026 election campaign under the slogan “Get Up, Show Up, Vote”, in efforts to strengthen democratic participation among young South Africans in particular. Getting young people involved has been a key aspect of the Commission’s broader voter education campaign. The national voter registration weekend is scheduled for 20 and 21 June 2026.

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