# President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to ensure the local government elections are not disrupted by acts of violence or intimidation. Special voting is underway today and tomorrow, ahead of the main election day on Wednesday. In his weekly newsletter, Ramaphosa reassured the public the South African Police Service has been actively conducting risk assessments, operational planning, and simulation exercises. He urges all registered voters to head to the polls, emphasising functional local government is vital for improving citizens’ quality of life.
Ramaphosa urges citizens to ensure a peaceful environment for the local government elections