AfEONet

We are the pan-African coordinating platform that links regional citizen observer networks (E-HORN, WAEON & ESN-SA) for democratic renewal in Africa.

[AfEONet @AfEONet]

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[AfEONet @AfEONet]

How can Africa build more trusted elections? 🗳️

At #EIS3 in Accra, electoral bodies, civil society, citizen observers and regional institutions will explore practical solutions to strengthen electoral integrity.

Join us in Accra or online 👉 https://t.co/j88w5zBPrX

[African Union ECOSOCC @AU_ECOSOCC]

CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS!

AU-ECOSOCC invites abstracts for our upcoming book: Civil Society and Democratic Resilience in Africa: Building Trust, Legitimacy, and Citizen Ownership of Electoral Governance.

Academics, researchers, & practitioners to submit their insights and research to help shape this continental publication.

📅 Abstract Deadline: Nov 15, 2026

Submit to: [email protected] & [email protected] (CC: [email protected] )

Initial publication language is English & French.

Download full Concept Note Here: https://t.co/OHcF0hK3w1

#AU #ECOSOCC #DemocracyInAfrica #CallForAbstracts #VoiceOfAfricanCitizenry

[AfEONet @AfEONet]

What happens when observing elections becomes an act of courage?

Citizen observers face growing restrictions and intimidation. 🚧

Join us to share experiences and explore ways to protect civic space and independent election observation. ✊🏾🔗 https://t.co/j88w5zBPrX

#EIS3

[AfEONet @AfEONet]

📌 #SaveTheDate

Citizen election observers are defending democracy amid shrinking civic space across Africa. Join us in Accra, Ghana, on 23–24 September for #ElectoralIntegritySummit3, hosted by @AfEONet , @CDDGha & @WAEON.

Register here: https://t.co/gAx0AZvPah

@EUtoAU

[East and Horn Of Africa Observation Network @ehorn_]

Regional Coordinator of E-HORN, formally handed over the Working Paper on Good Practices for Accreditation of Nonpartisan Citizen Election Observers in Africa to Jean Mensah, Chair of the Association of African Election Authorities (AAEA), in Accra, Ghana.

#ElectoralIntegrity

[AfEONet @AfEONet]

.....strengthening domestic election observation, and contributing research and evidence to inform ECOSOCC's engagement and policy advocacy within the African Union.

We look forward to turning these discussions into concrete actions that will help in achieving Agenda 2063.

[AfEONet @AfEONet]

.@AfEONet and @EPDeu engaged with the @AU_ECOSOCC on strengthening collaboration to advance electoral integrity and citizen participation across Africa.

Key priorities include advocating for transparent accreditation of citizen election observers, protecting civic space....

[National Democratic Institute @NDI]

Exciting week in #Nairobi! 🇰🇪 #NDI co-hosted a joint dialogue with @AAEA_Africa & @AfEONet on citizen #election observer accreditation in #Africa.
Experts from 9⃣ countries came together to drive real improvements in election #transparency across the continent. #NDImpact

[IGAD Peace and Security Division @IGADPeace]

𝗜𝗚𝗔𝗗 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

📍 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | 1 June 2026

As polling gets underway across Ethiopia, Dr. Speciosa Wandira Kazibwe (@SpeciosaW), Head of the #IGAD Election Observation Mission,  is visiting polling stations in Addis Ababa to observe the opening of polls and assess the conduct of the electoral process.

Her first stop was Shala Park Polling Station No. 1, located in Constituency 17, Woreda 3, where she observed the opening procedures and the commencement of voting.

Throughout the day, the IGAD EOM will continue monitoring voting procedures, voter participation, accessibility, and the overall electoral environment across Ethiopia, as part of its mandate to contribute to credible, peaceful, transparent, and inclusive elections.

#IGADEOM #EthiopiaDecides2026

[African Union Political Affairs Peace and Security @AUC_PAPS]

H.E. Former President @4thPresidentKE of Kenya 🇰🇪 and Head of the African Union Election Observation Mission (#AUEOM) to the 1 June 2026 General Elections in the Federal Democratic Republic of #Ethiopia, received H.E. @DCP_Haddadi, Deputy Chairperson of the @_AfricanUnion, who paid a courtesy call.

They discussed the country’s preparedness for the upcoming general elections. They also explored ways to strengthen the impact of AUEOMs in fostering democratisation across the continent.

[African Union Political Affairs Peace and Security @AUC_PAPS]

#GuineaVotes2026 🇬🇳: The #AUEOM Team Leader in #Guinea , Amb. Calixte Aristide Mbari, Head of Democracy, Elections and Constitutionalism in @AUC_PAPS , visited the Election Situation Room of West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (#WANEP) to exchange views and receive updates on election monitoring efforts during Guinea’s Legislative and Local Elections taking place on 31 May 2026.

[East and Horn Of Africa Observation Network @ehorn_]

Ethiopia’s elections are underway, marking a pivotal moment for democratic consolidation, civic participation, and electoral accountability in the East and Horn of Africa.
#EyesOnElections
@AHEADxAfrica @AcfimAfrica

[AfEONet @AfEONet]

As Benin heads to the polls, concerns on electoral integrity persist.

@DemocracyR research points to shrinking political space, exclusionary reforms, and rising risks to trust and stability.

📄Download full report: https://t.co/PnxGRUWHst

#BeninDecides #ElectoralIntegrity

[Senate Foreign Relations Committee @SFRCdems]

"Ugandan authorities must refrain from violence and suppression especially around the elections. The arrests of citizens, opposition figures and civil society leaders cannot go unaddressed.

I call on the Ugandan authorities to release @SarahBireete immediately." -@SenatorShaheen

[ERC Africa @ercafrica]

🇺🇬 Uganda

The ERC Africa notes with grave concern over the arrest of Dr. Sarah Bireete ahead of Uganda’s General Election scheduled for 15 January 2026.

Dr. Bireete's arrest sends a troubling signal about the openness of the electoral environment in Uganda.

[East and Horn Of Africa Observation Network @ehorn_]

STATEMENT ON THE ARREST AND DETENTION OF DR. SARAH BIREETE

E-HORN notes with concern the reported arrest and detention of its Chairperson, Dr. Sarah Bireete, on 30th December 2025, with no formal charges having been communicated. #FreeSarahBireete
@nilepostnews @ccgea1

[AfEONet @AfEONet]

AfEONet condemns the arbitrary arrest and detention of Dr. @SarahBireete.

No charges. No due process. No justification. Targeting election observers threatens democratic accountability ahead of the 2026 elections.

We demand her immediate release.

#FreeDrSarahBireete

[ELOG Kenya @elogkenya]

As we reflect on an impactful year, we thank the citizens, all our supporters & partners for their commitment to strengthening democratic governance. Together, we continue advancing electoral integrity & inclusive participation. Season’s greetings and best wishes #EyesOnElections

[Transparency International @anticorruption]

#CoSP11: Political finance systems can be easily abused, with loopholes that allow money to disrupt democracy. Governments must act now to restore trust in institutions and to protect democracy from hidden influence.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/fldV2eUsjA

[AfEONet @AfEONet]

SEASON's GREETINGS