# The Electoral Commission says the first day of special voting for Wednesday’s local government elections has got off to a positive start, with nearly 99-percent of voting stations opening on time. It says voting has been smooth in most areas, although some stations in Cape Town experienced delays. Deputy CEO Masego Sheburi spoke to the media and urged voters to check their voting details before leaving home:
IEC reports positive start to special voting, with nearly 99% of stations opening on time [SOUND]
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