African Innovation Research SA Elections Portal FAQs

Welcome to the African Innovation Research SA Elections Portal FAQ. We've answered some typical voting eligibility and procedural questions below. If you have further questions, see our extensive FAQ page.

1. Can I vote if I'm too pregnant to get to my polling place on Election Day?

You can vote. Electoral Commission provisions are made for voters who cannot reach their voting station due to pregnancy or illness. You can request a special vote to vote before Election Day.

2. Can a registered prisoner vote?

Yes, under certain conditions. In South Africa, qualifying inmates can vote in national and provincial elections. You can request a special vote at your prison or through the Electoral Commission.

3. If I'm registered but misplaced my ID with the sticker, may I vote?

You can vote without ID with the sticker. To ensure eligible voters can vote, alternative identification and verification techniques are available. Consult your local Electoral Commission for instructions.

4. Can I vote if I turn 18 after Election Day?

You must be 18 or older on Election Day to vote. If you turn 18 after Election Day, you must wait until the next election cycle to vote.

5. Can I vote in the hospital?

Hospitalised patients can vote. Like other unusual circumstances, hospital patients can petition for a special vote to participate in elections.

6. Can I vote for someone who can't get to the polls?

Voting for someone else is forbidden. Unless they obtain special voting permission from the Electoral Commission, each voter must vote personally.

Visit the Electoral Commission FAQ page on https://www.elections.org.za/pw/FAQ/Voter

Voting is important, and we can help make it accessible and inclusive.