IEC reminds parties, independent candidates of nomination deadline
IEC says the date and time is based on the Election Timetable.
The Electoral Commission (IEC) of South Africa has issued a reminder to political parties and independent candidates regarding the upcoming nomination deadline for the 2026 Local Government Elections (LGE). In a statement released on Tuesday, the IEC highlighted that all candidate nominations must be submitted and finalized by Friday at 17:00. The deadline, as per the Election Timetable, cannot be altered or negotiated.
The IEC emphasizes the importance of submitting all necessary information ahead of the deadline to ensure a smooth transition into the post-nomination processes. It is crucial to note that once the 5:00 PM deadline passes, no further modifications will be permitted as the Online Candidate Nomination System (OCNS) will no longer be accessible. Additionally, no political party or independent candidate seeking to submit candidate lists will be permitted to enter the IEC Offices.
For those interested in more information, prospective contestants are encouraged to visit the IEC's official website at www.elections.org.za or reach out to the Contact Centre at info@elections.org.za or by calling 0800 11 8000. With only four days remaining until the OCNS closes, all prospective candidates and political parties are urged to act promptly to comply with the nomination requirements.
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