Voted? Your inked thumb gets free coffee, doughnuts and deals on 4 November
Wimpy, Krispy Kreme, Spur and at least eight other businesses are giving voters free coffee, doughnuts, ice cream and discounts on 4 November. Here's the full list and how to claim.
Show your inked thumb on Wednesday, 4 November, and you can get a free coffee at Wimpy, a free glazed doughnut at Krispy Kreme or free soft-serve at Spur with a main meal. At least 11 businesses are running voter deals for the local government elections, according to The Citizen.
Which places are giving voters free stuff?
| Business | Where | Voter deal | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spur | Nationwide | Free soft-serve ice cream with any main meal | 4 November |
| Wimpy | Nationwide | Free coffee after voting | 4 November |
| Krispy Kreme | Nearest store | One free original glazed doughnut per voter | 4 November only |
| Hennies | Hennies restaurants | One free drink (Coca-Cola, Coke Zero, Castle Lager, Castle Free or Brutal Fruit) | Election day |
| GetBird Brew | Birdhaven, Johannesburg | Free coffee, first 200 voters | Trading hours |
| Wild Bean Café | BP Hyde Park, Johannesburg | Free coffee when you fill up | Election day |
| Spar Cantebury | Johannesburg | Soft-serve for R5 | Election day |
| Create Red Barn | Create Red Barn studio | Free Coca-Cola with a ceramic painting | Election day only |
| Ben's Bubble Tea | Ben's Bubble Tea | 10% off your order | 13:00 to 17:00 |
| Sorbet | Sorbet salons | 10% off any manicure | 4 and 5 November |
Source: The Citizen, citing the businesses' own posts.
What do you need to claim a deal?
Your marked thumb. The ink the IEC uses is the proof, so don't scrub it off before you get to the counter. Most offers are one per voter and some are limited, like GetBird Brew's first 200 coffees.
Sorbet's line sums up its deal: "Pay for 9 fingers, your voting thumb is free" (The Citizen).
Deals can change or run out at individual stores, so check the business's own social media page before you drive there.
When can you vote?
Voting stations open at 07:00 and close at 21:00 on 4 November. Anyone still in the queue at 21:00 is allowed to vote (IEC). Take your green ID book, smart ID card or temporary ID certificate.
Not sure where to go? Use our guide to finding your voting station, and see what's open and closed on election day.
FAQ
Does Wimpy give free coffee on election day?
Yes. Wimpy is offering voters a free coffee after voting on 4 November 2026, according to The Citizen.
What do I need to show to get a voter freebie?
Your inked thumb from the voting station. Most deals are one per voter.
Is Krispy Kreme giving free doughnuts to voters?
Yes, one free original glazed doughnut per voter at Krispy Kreme on 4 November only.
What time do voting stations close on 4 November?
Voting stations are open from 07:00 to 21:00. If you're in the queue at 21:00 you can still vote.