Government extends its sincere thanks to all South Africans, especially those who turned out in their numbers to exercise their democratic right to vote in the Local Government Elections and make their voices heard at the polls. The participation of more than 540 political parties and nearly 137,000 candidates in the elections reflect the vibrancy of South Africa’s democracy.
Government welcomes voter participation witnessed across the country, with South Africans turning out in significant numbers to exercise their constitutional right to vote and have a say in shaping the future of their communities and the country.
Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni will on Wednesday, 04 November 2026, cast her vote at the Nederduitsch Gereformeerde Kerk in Faerie Glen, City of Tshwane.
The Minister affirms government’s appeal to all South Africans to play their part in ensuring peaceful elections and exercising their democratic right to vote, respect the rights of others, refrain from spreading misinformation, avoid acts of intimidation and comply with the laws of the country.
Details of Minister Ntshavheni casting her vote are as follows:
Government sounds a clarion call to all eligible citizens to actively participate in the country’s Municipal Election by casting their vote at their designated voting stations today (4 November).
The election reaffirms South Africa’s principles of freedom, inclusivity and public participation. It also provides citizens with an opportunity to exercise their Constitutional right to vote, and to choose candidates and parties who can represent, develop and build communities.
Government thanks South Africans that participated in yesterday’s (2 November) special voting process. Today, (3 November) marks the second and last day of special voting. Citizens who applied for special voting are encouraged to visit their designated voting station to cast their vote.
Special voting is intended to ensure that eligible voters who registered for special voting have an opportunity to cast their vote.
The Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration (IMC) has today, Friday, 30 October 2026, welcomed the publication by the Department of Home Affairs of a Government Gazette setting out proposals relating to the future configuration of Refugee Reception Offices (RROs) in South Africa, including:
The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) welcomes the appointment of Mr Milingoni Fulufhelo Lloyd Nedohe as its new Director-General, following Cabinet’s approval of his appointment.
Mr Nedohe’s appointment, which is effective from today, 1 November 2026, marks an important milestone for the organisation as it continues to strengthen its mandate of coordinating government communication and ensuring that South Africans have access to credible, accurate and timely information about government policies, programmes and service delivery initiatives.
South Africa needs to join forces to navigate the current El Niño crisis and protect one of our most precious resources: water. As the country prepares for a summer season that could bring below-normal rainfall and higher temperatures, the responsibility to secure reliable water supplies cannot rest with Government alone.
South Africa has every reason to be proud of its aviation industry. For 40 years, the country has maintained a record without a fatal commercial airline accident, an extraordinary achievement that reflects decades of professionalism, discipline and an unwavering commitment to passenger safety. This remarkable achievement is a source of national pride and a milestone worthy of recognition and celebration.
