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Breaking News: Chaos and Arrests at IEC Elections 2024

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Find out the latest updates on the 2024 elections and the chaos surrounding them.

Chaos ensued during the 2024 elections as two individuals were arrested for tampering with IEC materials, raising concerns about the credibility of the voting process. Despite these arrests, the IEC has assured the public that everything is now under control, and voting is progressing smoothly in most areas. Special voting saw a high turnout, indicating potential success for the official voting day. However, there have been reports of technical issues, voter roll discrepancies, and delays in rural voting stations.

In the midst of these challenges, the IEC has urged South Africans to trust their staff and the voting process. Special attention has been given to ensuring farmworkers' voting rights are protected, highlighting the importance of inclusivity in the election process. With concerns over pre-filled ballot papers circulating online, the IEC has emphasized the need for transparency and accuracy in the elections.

In a positive turn of events, the majority of voting stations in Free State and KZN are operational, overcoming initial challenges. Despite isolated incidents like voters receiving only two ballots or delays at certain locations, the overall progress is deemed satisfactory by the Electoral Commission. As the nation eagerly anticipates the election results, the IEC continues to provide updates on voting procedures and potential disruptions.

The IEC's efforts to ensure a fair and efficient election process are evident through the handling of home visits, voter management, and station operations. The determination to exceed the voter turnout of previous elections showcases the commitment to democratic principles and citizen engagement in South Africa's electoral system.

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2024 elections | Two arrested for tampering with IEC material (eNCA)

The commission says there are indications they were trying to undermine the credibility of today's elections. But, the IEC says it has everything is now ...

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LIVESTREAM: IEC gives update on progress of voting day (eNCA)

JOHANNESBURG - There have been issues at some voting stations across the country, with technical problems, voters not finding themselves on the roll and ...

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IEC confirms arrests for election tampering allegations - SABC News ... (SABC News)

Free State Electoral Officer Jabulani Tshabalala says 14 000 home visits were carried out.

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Smooth start to 2024 Elections, says IEC (Algoa FM)

Despite some voting stations opening late due to community protests and the late delivery of ballot papers, the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) ...

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All systems go โ€” high special vote turnout bodes well for V-day ... (Daily Maverick)

As special voting concluded on Tuesday, the IEC said it wanted to surpass the voter turnout achieved during the 2019 national and provincial elections.

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IEC reports smooth progress amid concerns over rural readiness (Food For Mzansi)

The Electoral Commission (IEC) reported smooth progress in special votes, however, concerns about the freedom and fairness of farmworkers' voting processes have ...

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SA urged to let IEC staff do their jobs (Independent Online)

Mamabolo said South Africans cast special votes at 22 626 voting stations and during home visits over the past two days.

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FACT CHECKED | No, there were no pre-filled ballots found with ... (News24)

This video has been used as evidence that โ€œmystery ballot papersโ€ were found already marked with votes for the ruling African National Congress (ANC).

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ELECTIONS2024: Special vote's home visits continue -IEC ... (POWER 98.7)

The Independent Electoral Commission's (IEC) CEO, Sy Mamabolo has confirmed that home visits are ongoing. Mamabolo confirmed this during the IEC media ...

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IEC update: voting running smoothly, delays at some stations (TimesLIVE)

The IEC reported a smooth start to the national and provincial elections on Wednesday morning, despite hiccups at some stations.

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All voting stations in Free State operational, despite early challenges ... (News24)

The IEC's Itumeleng Liba said they were looking into an incident at Bloemfontein South High School, where voters were only given two ballots. Find everything ...

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Almost all voting stations opened on time in KZN: IEC - SABC News ... (SABC News)

The Commission says this was mostly due to problems with voter management systems, service delivery protests and voting material arriving late at voting ...

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IEC dismisses claims that voters must have their own pens at voting ... (Maritzburg Sun)

Messages circulating on social media that claim that South Africans need to bring their own black ballpoint pens to the polls on May 29 - because the ink in ...

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Election Day: IEC stays the course to ensure right to vote (South African Government News Agency)

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has assured voters, who arrive at.

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WATCH | IEC gives update on progress of voting day (eNCA)

JOHANNESBURG - There have been issues at some voting stations across the country, with technical problems, voters not finding themselves on the roll and ...

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IEC anticipates high voter turnout 'well beyond' that of 2019 as ... (Daily Maverick)

The Electoral Commission of South Africa remains bullish about turnout and smooth voting procedures, even as some voters around the country report waiting ...

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IEC says polls start steadily despite glitches at various stations ... (SABC News)

The Electoral Commission (IEC) says although a number of voting stations opened late due to late delivery of voting materials, delayed escorts by security ...

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IEC allows voters extra time but rules out second polling day (Business Day)

South Africans queuing at the voting stations across the country were allowed to cast their ballots beyond the 9pm closing time.

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