Transkei legislative election, 1963

Parliamentary elections were held in Transkei on 20 November 1963.[1] Although the Democratic Party won a majority of the elected seats, the Transkei National Independence Party emerged as the largest party in the Legislative Assembly after the appointment of a further 64 members.[1]

Electoral system

The Legislative Assembly had a total of 109 seats, 45 of which were elected and 64 of which were reserved for directly and indirectly elected chiefs.[1]

Results

Party Votes % Seats
Elected Chiefs Total
Democratic Party 27835
Transkei National Independence Party 155671
Other parties and independents 303
Invalid/blank votes
Total601,2041004564109
Registered voters/turnout880,42568.3
Source: African Elections Database

References

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