JOHANNESBURG, South Africa
Kenya’s former President, Uhuru Kenyatta on Wednesday joined other international observers in South Africa as the nation's General Elections kicked off across the country.
Kenyatta who is the head of
the African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) visited some polling
stations during the South Africa's General Elections on May 29, 2024.
This year's election is a
significant milestone in South Africa's democratic journey, with a record 27.79
million registered voters, the highest number since the end of apartheid.
The Independent Electoral
Commission confirmed the substantial voter registration, indicating strong
democratic engagement among South Africans.
Voters are casting their
ballots to elect a new National Assembly and Provincial Legislatures in each of
the nine provinces.
Uhuru and his team engaged
other observers throughout the day to share insights and assessments on the
electoral process.
Their presence underscores the
importance of transparency, fairness, and credibility in the election.
The African Union
Election Observation Mission's involvement highlights the African Union's
commitment to supporting democratic processes across the continent.
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