WATCH: Smooth start for New Germany voting stations

NEW Germany residents woke up bright and early to cast their votes in the Local Government Elections. By 09:30, about 130 people had already made their mark at the New Germany Civic Centre.

The presiding officer said, according to their records, 4 000 voters are expected.

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“So far, it has been going well. We have four sub stations so that the process can be quicker and people do not stand in the queue for long,” she said.

All voting stations were opened at 07:00 and will close at 21:00.

With most people saying they were hoping for change and better service delivery, the Highway Mail spoke to the people in the queue to find out why it is important to cast your vote. This is what they had to say:

Terry Cowen – It important for the future of our country and for our children.

Thokozani Khuboni – I am here to exercise my constitutional right. If you vote, you have a voice.

Akshay Lalla – I am excited to be able to finally vote. Due to my work, I have not had been able to vote and I am happy as my vote can make a change.

Emma Walker – Every vote counts, it’s our right. By voting today, I hope for better services to be delivered. The infrastructure is deteriorating.