McDonald’s, Panarottis or Roman’s? Kimberley preschoolers hold mock poll
St Patrick’s CBC ECD pupils in Kimberley recreated election day with ballot papers, voting booths and inked fingers as they chose between three fast-food brands.
In Kimberley, preschoolers at St Patrick's CBC's Early Childhood Development Centre participated in a mock voting day, emulating the local government elections. The school's mock election featured three parties: Panarottis, McDonald's, and Roman's Pizza.
On November 6, 2026, the young voters used "Kiddies Voting Ballots" and had their fingers inked, mirroring the adult voting process. St Patrick's CBC shared the event on Facebook, emphasizing that the children were engaging in the democratic process.
The school could not disclose which party received the most votes, only noting that the counting kept everyone in suspense. Attempts to contact the school for comment were unsuccessful.
Political analyst Dr. Levy Ndou observed that the proliferation of parties in the real election diluted the vote across multiple candidates. In Cape Town, the focus is shifting to the next term, with Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis outlining priorities such as crime prevention, job creation, affordable housing, reliable services, and cleaner public spaces.
The school appreciated the opportunity to teach its young students about the significance of voting, from casting a ballot to receiving an inked finger. They emphasized that even the youngest voices hold importance.
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