South Africa’s Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) has launched a criminal investigation following allegations of voter registration fraud. A registration officer is accused of possessing multiple identity documents and illegally registering voters who were not physically present at a registration station. The IEC confirmed the opening of a criminal case, signaling a serious response to the claims. This incident raises concerns about the integrity of the voter roll ahead of upcoming elections. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the number of potentially fraudulent registrations or the location where the alleged activity occurred. The IEC stated it is cooperating fully with the investigation to ensure a fair and credible electoral process. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.