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Unlocking the Voter Rolls of 1925 to 1931 Now Online

Genealogy researchers and history enthusiasts alike have reason to celebrate: a rich new collection of South African voter rolls from 1925 to 1931 is now accessible via FamilySearch.org, with a detailed guide and index support through the eGGSA website. These digitized films offer a rare and invaluable glimpse into South Africa’s early 20th-century electoral landscape; one that mirrors the country’s evolving social and political dynamics. For the link to the collection, click here.

Indexed access for Cape Province: The Cape Province records have been meticulously indexed by:

  • Electoral Division
  • Year
  • Voter Record Type, primary or supplementary
  • Fiscal Division

This structure makes it easier than ever for users to locate individuals within the voting rolls. For family historians, this means direct access to primary source material for verifying residence, trade or profession, and civic participation.
Other Provinces in Progress: While the indexing of Free State, Transvaal, and Natal is still underway, researchers can already dive into these provinces thanks to preliminary film listings. For those eager to begin, the raw images offer a treasure trove of information; particularly useful for surname searches, local studies, or broader demographic analysis.

What’s in the Collection: These films represent primary voting registers for:

  • 1925, 1927, 1929 – Male voters only
  • 1931 – The first register to include both male and female voters

Whether you're reconstructing family stories, examining historical shifts in voter eligibility, or exploring community demographics from nearly a century ago, this newly released material is a must-visit. With full access to images and growing support from eGGSA’s indexing efforts, the journey into South Africa’s electoral past is now clearer than ever.