The Electoral Commission (IEC) says it expects all political parties to respect the electoral code of conduct.
This comes after political parties in the north-west signed a code of conduct and pledge in Mahikeng.
The IEC is implementing this program across the country as it prepares for upcoming state and national elections. With just over 40 days until the general election, the IEC is doing everything we can to ensure it is free and fair.
IEC Chairman Mosotho Mopiya led the signing of the electoral code of conduct and pledge in the North West. Mr Moepya said more than 30 political parties in the state would contest the upcoming elections.
“There are 38 political parties contesting the elections in the North West. There are no independent candidates here and we see a clear multiplicity of parties. Voters here have no choice. There are many voters, so political parties must actively persuade the people of this state and give them good reasons to vote.
At the same time, political leaders welcomed the signing of the pledge, calling it an important moment.
“All political parties here today have read through their pledges and codes of conduct and understand what is expected of them,” the political leader said.
Another political leader said: “This means we must be welcome in all areas, there must never be no-go zones, and the issue of defacing political party posters must end.'' “I will.”
Another political leader elaborated: “We are very happy and welcome that this process has been very fair and open to the community.”
Meanwhile, a small political party, which is contesting elections for the first time in the state, is urging people to vote.
Thirty-eight seats in the state legislature are up for election in May.