Experience the vibrant spirit of our democracy with a series of photographs capturing voters in Johannesburg during the 2024 elections. These images showcase the diverse faces and voices of South Africans exercising their right to vote, reflecting their hope, determination and civic pride. From bustling polling stations to candid moments of anticipation and celebration, these images offer a glimpse into the heart of our democratic process.
All images are by Mail & Guardian photojournalist Delwyn Velassamy and were taken on 29 May 2024.
Attention was focused in Johannesburg and surrounding areas as a diverse electorate took part in the 2024 national elections, the most contested in South Africa's 30 years of democracy, with many surprises. Delwyn Velasamy, Mail & Guardian, 29 May 2024Attention was focused in Johannesburg and surrounding areas as a diverse electorate took part in the 2024 national elections, the most contested in South Africa's 30 years of democracy, with many surprises. Delwyn Velasamy, Mail & Guardian, 29 May 2024Attention was focused in Johannesburg and surrounding areas as a diverse electorate took part in the 2024 national elections, the most contested in South Africa's 30 years of democracy, with many surprises. Delwyn Velasamy, Mail & Guardian, 29 May 2024Attention was focused in Johannesburg and surrounding areas as a diverse electorate took part in the 2024 national elections, the most contested in South Africa's 30 years of democracy, with many surprises. Delwyn Velasamy, Mail & Guardian, 29 May 2024
