[PHOTOS] Uhuru meets South Africa's electoral body ahead of polls

In Summary

During the meeting, the commissioners provided a comprehensive briefing on the commission's preparedness.
Through these engagements, the AUEOM aims to support and enhance the credibility of the electoral process, reinforcing democratic principles and fostering a peaceful and fair election environment.

by CYNDY ALUOCH

27 May 2024 - 14:44

The head of the African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) former President Uhuru Kenyatta with the Electoral Commission of South Africa's Commissioners, led by Chairman Mosotho Moepya at the Gallagher Convention Centre in South Africa on May 26, 2024.
Image: OFFICE OF THE 4TH PRESIDENT OF KENYA

The head of the African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) former President Uhuru Kenyatta has participated in a series of high-level meetings in Johannesburg, South Africa.

This was to assess the country's preparedness for the upcoming General Elections scheduled for May 29.

Uhuru met with the Commissioners of the Electoral Commission of South Africa led by Chairman Mosotho Moepya at the Gallagher Convention Centre.

During the meeting, the commissioners provided a comprehensive briefing on the commission's preparedness.

They discussed measures put in place to ensure a smooth, transparent, and credible election process.

Uhuru also met with Nelson Muffuh, the Resident Coordinator of the United Nations in South Africa as well as representatives from the National Observer Group.

Through these engagements, the AUEOM aims to support and enhance the credibility of the electoral process, reinforcing democratic principles and fostering a peaceful and fair election environment.

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta when he met with Nelson Muffuh, the Resident Coordinator of the United Nations in South Africa, as well as representatives from the National Observer Group on May 26, 2024
Image: OFFICE OF THE 4TH PRESIDENT OF KENYA

The head of the African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) former President Uhuru Kenyatta with the Electoral Commission of South Africa's Commissioners at the Gallagher Convention Centre in South Africa on May 26, 2024.
Image: OFFICE OF THE 4TH PRESIDENT OF KENYA

The Electoral Commission of South Africa's Commissioners led by Chairman Mosotho Moepya at the Gallagher Convention Centre in South Africa on May 26, 2024.
Image: OFFICE OF THE 4TH PRESIDENT OF KENYA