With the local government elections looming, the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) launched its “Get up. Show up. Vote.” campaign for the 2026 polls, placing strong emphasis on rebuilding public trust, strengthening technology, and deploying a 70 000-strong workforce to manage what the IEC believes could be a record turnout.
The logo was unveiled on Wednesday at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Gauteng.
IEC logo
The IEC said every election carries its own story and identity.
“The 2026-27 elections logo and tagline represent a forward-looking, voter-centric democracy that reflects the aspirations of South Africans and drives greater youth participation, while reaffirming the Commission’s commitment to credible and accessible elections.
“Get Up. Show Up. Vote” is anchored in the belief that South Africans fundamentally care about their families, communities, and livelihoods, the future of the country, ” the electoral body said.
Constitutional values
Speaking at the launch, IEC chairperson Mosotho Moepya said the new campaign identity is a reaffirmation of South Africa’s constitutional values.
“This logo represents inclusive civic activism, shared patriotism, and national pride. It does not lecture, it does not demand, and it does not overcomplicate. It evokes a strong emotional resonance and inspires a collective sense of South African optimism.
“Anchored in this optimism, the logo will come to life during the Local Government Elections as a shared national asset belonging to all South Africans,” said Moepya.
There you have it mzansi! 🇿🇦The 2026/27 Local Government Election Logo Campaign!
Get up, show up and vote! #wozalge2026 #registertovote #IEClogoreveal pic.twitter.com/3mBorbX7aC– IEC South Africa (@IECSouthAfrica) April 1, 2026
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Concerns
Moepya also acknowledged concerns about declining public trust in institutions.
“South Africans do not trust institutions as they once did, and this is tough on all of us. Trust is fragile. It must be preserved with great care. Every day, we have to work at earning trust and building on that trust. We must earn the trust that South Africans put in us, or entrust into our care.
“We must never lose it, and when we do, we must act fast to re-earn it,” he said.
Key milestone
The Electoral Commission also announced the launch of its podcast channel, a platform designed to enhance transparency, expand access to information, and strengthen civic education. The podcast will go live on 8 April 2026.
The next key milestone is the launch of the national campaign on 27 May 2026, followed by the first voter registration weekend on 20-21 June, aimed at encouraging more South Africans to register on the voters’ roll.
The local government election or municipal elections are expected to be held in November, and promises to be hotly contested.
Registration for the upcoming elections will take place on 20 and 21 June.
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