PHOTOS: KZN residents share their voting experience

First time voters, the elderly and have made their mark in the country's sixth general election. 

It has not been smooth sailing for the province of KwaZulu-Natal - with a number of demonstrations flaring up near voting stations. Six arrests have been made. 

Chief Electoral Officer, Sy Mamabolo says efforts are continuing to open five stations for voting stations, three of which are in KwaZulu-Natal. 

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Not a single vote had been cast at these voting stations by 5pm - because of community protests.

These residents, who've managed to make their mark have shared images on social media. See those below.