Voted today? Your inked thumb gets you free coffee, doughnuts and more
Wimpy, Krispy Kreme, Spur, Hennies, Tiger's Milk and others are giving freebies to people who vote on 4 November 2026. Here's what you get and the catch at each.
Your inked thumb is worth a free coffee, doughnut or drink today. Several national chains are rewarding people who vote in the 4 November 2026 local government elections, and most offers end tonight (TimesLIVE).
What can you get for free if you voted?
| Where | What voters get | Catch |
|---|---|---|
| Wimpy | Regular Famous Wimpy Coffee or hot chocolate | No purchase needed |
| Krispy Kreme | One Original Glazed doughnut | One per voter, in store, while stocks last |
| Spur | Soft-serve ice cream | Only with a main meal, dine-in, one per thumb |
| Hennies | A drink, such as Coca-Cola, Castle Lager or Castle Free | At Hennies branches |
| Tiger's Milk | 300ml Castle Lite | Show your voting mark |
| Hudsons | A Carling Black Label | Show your voting mark |
| Vovo Telo (Reefside, Sibaya) | Cappuccino | With a meal order |
Sources: TimesLIVE, The South African, News24, IOL.
Which deals are discounts rather than freebies?
| Where | Deal | When |
|---|---|---|
| Sorbet | 10% off any manicure | 4 and 5 November |
| Del Forno (Gauteng, North West, Mpumalanga) | 19cm pizza and 330ml Pepsi for R49 | 4 November |
| Ben's Bubble Tea | 10% off between 1pm and 5pm | 4 November |
Sources: IOL, The South African.
Smaller spots are also in on it, including Triggerfish Brewery in Somerset West (a free 340ml beer) and Zuney Wagyu (free fries), according to The South African and TimesLIVE.
How do you claim it?
Show the ink mark on your thumb at the counter. That mark is the only proof the outlets ask for (The South African). Most offers are valid on 4 November only, so the Sorbet discount is the one that carries into Thursday (TimesLIVE).
Branch participation can differ, especially for Spur, so it's worth checking with your nearest outlet or the brand's social media before you go (The South African). Alcohol offers are for over-18s only.
Is there still time to vote?
Voting stations close at 9pm, and anyone already in the queue by then can still vote (TimesLIVE). Freebies aside, you'll need your green barcoded ID, smart ID card or temporary ID certificate.
FAQ
Do I need to buy anything to get the free Wimpy coffee?
No. Wimpy is giving a regular coffee or hot chocolate to voters who show their inked thumb, with no purchase needed.
Is the Spur ice cream free on its own?
No. Spur's free soft-serve comes with a main meal, for dine-in customers, one per inked thumb.
Are the voter freebies valid after 4 November?
Most are valid on 4 November only. Sorbet's 10% manicure discount also runs on 5 November.