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Towards peaceful, free, fair and democratic 2011 elections in Uganda
Human Rights Network Uganda (HURINET-(U)
Human Rights Network Uganda (HURINET-(U)
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Free and fair elections are key for any peaceful transition from one government to another for they are readily acceptable. To that end, the right to vote is by far the bedrock of any democratic society for it buttresses people’s participation in their governance as well as enhances accountability. A disenfranchised population cannot therefore be in position to influence policies that affect them. The need for a transparent and effective process for election of representatives can therefore not be overemphasized. Flawed elections are a recipe for disaster and violence more so in Africa where elections are characterized by massive rigging and electoral violence which often spark off post election crises. Africa has for long been known for flawed elections, the most recent being reported in Zimbabwe and Kenya which for long had been heralded as emerging and progressive African countries. In Kenya, the loss of ODM, the major political party sparked off massive protests and electoral violence which the world is yet to come to terms with.
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2011
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