I thought this was way more complicated than it turns out. Actually I suppose it would have to be simplistic with the number of minor political parties registered in South Africa.
Full instructions here
I do plan on registering the NO-Vote Party at National level as a political party now that I see if won’t shouldn’t cost a fortune.
National Level Registration Requirements
- Application for registration (Annexure 1 of the Regulations), fully completed
- The Party name (not more than 60 echaracters) and abbreviated name (not more than eight letters) of the party;
- A copy of the party’s constitution
- Deed of Foundation signed by 500 registered voters who support the founding of the party (Annexure 6 of the Regulations)
- Two sets of the party logo/symbol in colour
- R500 registration fee
- A party applying for registration at National level must place a Notice in the Government Gazette (Annexure 2 of the Regulations) and must submit proof of such publication (hard copy of the Gazette)
IEC
For the form to fill in/complete
Government Printing Works – Government Gazette
Louise Fourie
tel: 012-334 4686
fax: 012 3238805
e-mail: louise.fourie@gpw.gov.za
Cost to advertise in the Government Gazette is R150.00, it is published once a week on a Friday, you need a logo and your IEC form.
Banking Details
Bank: ABSA
Account Name: Government Printers
Account no: 4057114016
Ref no: 000 000 01
Branch Code: 632005