An ex-Nigerian leader just landed to babysit a major election. Goodluck Jonathan will lead a joint observation mission for Uganda's upcoming polls. The group includes eighty-four short-term monitors from the African Union and regional bodies. These observers will fan out across the country to watch voting and counting procedures.
The mission plans to engage with electoral authorities, political parties, and civil society groups. Its goal is to promote credible and peaceful elections according to continental standards. A preliminary assessment will be presented in Kampala following the election day. A full detailed report is expected weeks after the final results are announced.
The mission plans to engage with electoral authorities, political parties, and civil society groups. Its goal is to promote credible and peaceful elections according to continental standards. A preliminary assessment will be presented in Kampala following the election day. A full detailed report is expected weeks after the final results are announced.
