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Voters queue at a voting station on 1 November 2021. Picture: Theto Mahlakoana/Eyewitness News

Voter turnout

Low voter turnout doesn't mean citizens less active in politics - IIDEA

By Theto Mahlakoana

The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) on Tuesday announced that around 12.2 million people voted in Monday's elections out of the 26.2 million registered...

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    280 days ago
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    Over 65% of voter turnout recorded so far

    The IEC said of the almost 10 million votes captured from over 14,000 voting stations, Gauteng had recorded the highest voter turnout at 71.8%.

    1188 days ago
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    2348 days ago
  • A survey suggests the 2014 elections could see a significant voter turnout. Picture: Siyabonga Sesant/EWN.

    2014 Elections: Large voter turnout expected

    A survey suggests the 2014 elections could see a significant voter turnout.

    3169 days ago
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