The IEC has provided guidelines for people awaiting home visits, explaining the commission's instructions for the process. Special votes cast during this period will not be counted immediately and will be reconciled and counted with election-day ballots on November 4, 2026. In preparation for the elections, various stakeholders have been urging citizens to participate in the voting process. The main voting day is scheduled for November 4, 2026.
In addition to the special voting, the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is set to disburse disability grants on November 2, 2026, as per its revised November timetable. Children's grants will be paid on November 3, 2026, and grants in the review process will be allocated on November 5, 2026. Beneficiaries are advised to respond to SASSA's official communications and attend appointments when requested.
The United States is expected to announce its decision on South Africa's eligibility for African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) benefits for 2027 on November 2, 2026. The AGOA program offers eligible African countries preferential access to the US market. While the timing of the decision has been indicated, the outcome remains uncertain.
Weather forecasts for Monday, November 2, 2026, indicate varying conditions across different cities in South Africa. Johannesburg is expected to experience a high of 25°C and a low of 16°C, with overcast skies and showers later. Cape Town is forecast to have a high of 20°C and a low of 15°C, with cloudy conditions and light rain early. Pretoria is expected to reach a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C, with overcast skies and passing showers.
The special voting process is part of South Africa's municipal elections, which are a critical component of the country's democratic process. The elections will determine the composition of municipalities and the delivery of services to citizens. Various stakeholders, including political parties and civil society organizations, have been engaging with citizens to encourage their participation in the elections.
As the country prepares for the municipal elections, the IEC and other stakeholders are working to ensure that the voting process is smooth and secure. The outcome of the US decision on South Africa's AGOA eligibility and the disbursement of disability grants are also significant developments that will impact the lives of citizens.
Key points
- The special voting period for South Africa's municipal elections begins on November 2, 2026.
- The US decision on South Africa's AGOA eligibility for 2027 is expected on November 2, 2026.
- Disability grants are scheduled to be disbursed on November 2, 2026, as per SASSA's revised timetable.
