The Institute of Election Management Services In Africa (IEMSA) in Collaboration with the BMI Introduce the Inaugural Annual Pan-African Electoral Summit
Elections, Democracy and Governance in Africa - Building African Consciousness
8 —10 May 2024
Johannesburg, South Africa
There are 24 African countries that will go into elections in 2024 and South Africa is among them. Looking at democracy and elections in the continent, there are important factors worth considering and among them include, military coup d'état, liberation movements and dwindling participation at the polls.
The notion of democracy means that popular participation in elections and other forms should be tied to the constitutional arrangements. Without popular participation and improved socio-economic development, the notion of democracy remains meaningless and thus, the national consciousness demands reignition.
Speakers include academics, activists, electoral officials and policy makers.
When public institutions are considered to be democratic and accountable, they should be adhering to the principles of good governance. Accountability mechanisms are usually institutionalised especially through democratic institutions such as legislatures, courts, civil society, as well as auditor generals and ombudsmen’s offices.
Contact us on: PAESummit@iemsa.co.za
