Yes, voters, party agents and ward candidates can submit objections, when;
A voter is given too many ballot papers.
A voter is refused a ballot paper
The conduct of a voting officer, party agent or any other person is questionable.
Party agents and ward candidates can object to any irregularities or inaccuracies in the sorting of ballot papers, counting of votes or determination of results or verification procedure.
How to object
Let the Presiding Officer know that you wish to make an objection. The officer will give you the relevant form to fill in.
What happens next?
The Presiding Officer or Counting Officer must investigate the objection, record the finding on the written objection, inform the objector of the decision and keep a record of each objection.
Appeals
You can appeal the decision of the Presiding Officer or Counting Officer by submitting your appeal to the Electoral Commision’s National office in Pretoria, in writing, by 9am within two days of the election.
