Local elections 2026: Here’s how many ballot papers need your X

• Voters in metropolitan municipalities receive two ballot papers, while those in non-metro local municipalities receive three.
• The number of ballots depends on the voter’s registered municipality, with metro voters choosing a ward candidate and a political party, while non-metro voters select ward, local council, and district council representatives.
• Each ballot is counted separately, and voters must make one clear X per ballot; incorrect marks may result in spoilt votes, requiring replacement ballots before casting.