COVID-19 pandemic could delay 2021 municipal polls

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By law, the next local government elections have to be held by no later than 1 November 2021.

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The IEC says it needs at least 86 days from the date an election date is proclaimed, to prepare.to protect personal information contained on the voters’ roll.ANC mulls over postponing local elections to 2024

The commission says the coronavirus could impact on the validity of the next polls but it says a decision on whether to hold one single election, is not within its ambit. Despite the uncertainty, the IEC is forging ahead with plans to modernise the voting process - with an online registration system. It will also be replacing the controversial zip zap machines, with a new voter management device to minimise attempts at double voting.Help protect your loved ones by sharing this officialThe NICD has another Clinician Hotline to improve #COVID19 communication and support for healthcare providers. The Clinician Hotline is 0800 11 1131, operating 24 hrs. The Public Hotline is 0800 029 999 also operating 24hrs.

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