The election comes against a backdrop of pessimism over the state of their political system and persisting divisions.
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Early results will emerge on Thursday with an official winner declared on Saturday.
Some 26.8 million voters are registered to cast ballots at 22,925 polling stations.
Soaring fuel prices, a weak local currency and persistent inequalities further add to the socio-economic malaise.
The May 8 race could test the ruling ANC’s long-held dominance.
The holiday honours the many years of struggles against human rights violation of workers
It is also a time for discussions among labour unions on existing issues such as salaries, wages and working conditions.
The former Nigerian president said he was fully geared to undertake the observation duties.
Semenya, who has dominated the 800m over the last decade, has remained largely silent through the court battle
Heavy rains have lashed the southeast of the country, tearing down homes and ravaging infrastructure