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Observer Mission for the 2024 National Elections
29 May @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
The National Foundations Dialogue Initiative (NFDI) in partnership with the South African Council of Churches (SACC) is proud to announce the successful deployment of an Observer Mission for the 2024 national elections held on May 29, 2024. This collaboration aimed to ensure a free, fair, and transparent electoral process across all nine provinces of South Africa.
Event Overview: The Observer Mission consisted of experienced personnel from both NFDI and SACC, strategically deployed to monitor polling stations, interact with voters, and liaise with electoral officials. Observers reported a generally smooth voting process, with instances of minor irregularities promptly addressed by the authorities.
Key Findings:
- High adherence to electoral laws and procedures.
- High voter turnout and engagement.
- Minor issues such as VMD (voter management device) failures and long queues.
- Overall, the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) managed the election process well despite some challenges.
Conclusion: The Observer Mission was a testament to the collaborative efforts of NFDI and SACC in promoting democracy and ensuring a fair electoral process. The results of the 2024 elections reflect the will of the people and call for collaborative governance at both provincial and national levels. Detailed findings and recommendations will be submitted to the relevant authorities and made available to the public.
Contact Information: For further details, please contact:
Khuthalani Khumalo, SACC Media Consultant
Tel: 084 074 1285
Email: khuthalani@khuthalani.net
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