To amend the—
● Electoral Commission Act, 1996, so as to provide for the mandatory deregistration of unrepresented parties that fail to annually renew their registration; to insert a provision regarding the eligibility of registered parties to contest elections; and to amend the composition of the Electoral Court;
● Electoral Act, 1998, so as to amend certain definitions; to delete a provision; to amend the provisions providing for the requirements for eligibility to apply for registration as a voter; to limit objections to only the provisionally compiled voters’ roll; and to specify the authority of the Commission in deciding objections; and
● Local Government: Municipal Electoral Act, 2000, so as to amend a definition; and to amend a provision relating to the eligibility of registered parties to contest elections, and to provide for matters connected therewith.
Introduction
Portfolio Committee
National Assembly
Select Committee
National Council of Provinces
Sent for Assent
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| TITLE | BILL NO. | DATE |
|---|---|---|
| Electoral Laws Amendment Bill (B24-2026) | 2026-09-03 |
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