Sabcnews Ballot Papers Stolen Amid KZN Election Disruptions
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- •Unmarked ballot papers and a security stamp were stolen in eThekwini.
- •The IEC has increased security measures at storage facilities across KwaZulu-Natal.
- •A case has been opened with SAPS regarding the theft and related incidents.
In KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, unmarked ballot papers and a security stamp were stolen from a voting station in eThekwini, prompting the closure of two voting stations. The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) confirmed the theft occurred on November 4, 2026, during heightened security concerns following an incident where political party supporters stormed an IEC storage facility. The IEC has implemented measures to detect any compromised ballots and has opened a case with the South African Police Service (SAPS). Additionally, the IEC has increased security at ballot storage facilities, especially in high-risk areas. The incident has raised alarms about the integrity of the voting process as approximately six million registered voters are expected to participate in the local elections.
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