Electoral Guidelines

Commonwealth Guidelines for the Conduct of Election Observation in Member Countries

Revised Commonwealth Guidelines for the Conduct of Election Observation in Member Countries
 
1 Introduction
1.1 The Commonwealth Charter recognises “the inalienable right of individuals to participate in democratic processes, in particular through free and fair elections in shaping the society in which they live”.

SADC Electoral Principles

SADC Principles and Guidelines Governing Democratic Elections
 

1. INTRODUCTION
 

SADC region has made significant strides in the consolidation of the citizens’ participation in the decision-making processes and consolidation of democratic practice and institutions. The Constitutions of all SADC Member States enshrine the principles of equal opportunities and full participation of the citizens in the political process.

IDEA International Standards for Voter Education 2014

Overview
Implicit in the concept of free choice is that of an informed choice. Credible and transparent electoral processes must reflect the political will of the voters. Voters can neither express, nor formulate their will without access to information about candidates, political parties and the practical, procedural, aspects of the electoral process. Well-organized, non-partisan information programmes and unhindered distribution of political party information are therefore critical elements of genuine elections.
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