Electoral Support Network of Southern Africa

[Electoral Support Network of Southern Africa @esn_sa]

Over the next two days, we look forward to rich dialogue, and shared learning, solutions that will shape the future of election observation across Africa 🤝 #ElectionObservation #Democracy Governance #ElectionsESNSA @RindaiVava @ZESN1

[Electoral Support Network of Southern Africa @esn_sa]

Excited to kick off the 2026 Election Academy in Johannesburg 🇿🇦 under the theme: The Future of Election Observation in Africa 🌍In the opening session, we reflected on the critical role election observation continues to play in strengthening election integrity 🗳️@rindai

[Electoral Support Network of Southern Africa @esn_sa]

As the landscape evolves with increasing political complexity, rapid technological change 🤖, and sustainability challenges, we must continue to adapt, collaborate, and innovate.

[ELOG Kenya @elogkenya]

ELOG was honored to receive Dan Karomo, Acting CEO of @KenyasOmbudsman, and Edith Imunde, Senior Research and Mobilisation Officer, to explore opportunities for partnership and collaboration in preparation for the 2027 electoral processes.
Key areas of discussion included:

- Training for commissioners and senior leadership on election processes
- Strengthening access to information in electoral processes
- Promoting election integrity and administrative justice
- Capacity building for public institutions
- Enhancing civic engagement and citizen awareness

#EyesOnElections #ElectionPreparedness

@EUinKenya @CanHCKenya @UraiaTrust @NDI @KenyasOmbudsman @danmwangi2 @edithimunde @lavaeli @agengaop @IanOkatch @Denisnjonge

[East and Horn Of Africa Observation Network @ehorn_]

With Dr. Sarah Birette’s bail hearing set for today, 21 Jan 2026. Let’s stand in solidarity with her, with hope and support.
Donation Link: https://t.co/6a3I5UOyLo…

@Mo_IbrahimFdn @TonyOElumelu @OpenSociety @FordFoundation @amnesty @SFRCdems
@skollfoundatio1 @MacArthurFdn

[ZESN @ZESN1]

Silence should never be the response to violence. Men & boys who experience GBV deserve understanding not judgment. Let’s encourage open conversations, accessible services & communities that care. @UN_Women @GenderZimbabwe @zhrc365 @ZLHRLawyers @PoliceZimbabwe @MUSASAZIM @esn_sa

[ZESN @ZESN1]

What happens on a screen can affect lives, safety & wellbeing offline.Our online world should never be a place where harm is dismissed or ignored. Digital harassment leaves real scars & accountability is the only way forward. @UN_Women @GenderZimbabwe @WCOZIMBABWE @WalpeAcademy

[ZESN @ZESN1]

On this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we reaffirm that human rights apply to every woman in every space. Let us work toward a world where accessibility, dignity & equality are guaranteed for every woman @UN_Women @WCOZIMBABWE @WalpeAcademy @DeafZimTrust @esn_sa

[ZESN @ZESN1]

Gender-based violence affects people in many ways & men who experience it often suffer in silence due to stigma & shame. We call on families, communities & service providers to respond with empathy, respect & real support. @ParliamentZim @PoliceZimbabwe @enkudheni @ZLHRLawyers

[ZESN @ZESN1]

Every role women take up strengthens our political landscape from organising to educating, monitoring & serving. Ensuring their safety is a shared responsibility. Together, let’s build political spaces that empower, not endanger. @UN_Women @WCOZIMBABWE @ParliamentZim @esn_sa

[ZESN @ZESN1]

🟠The internet should be a place where ideas grow, voices rise & everyone is free to contribute. Let’s choose kindness, call out abuse & create digital spaces where everyone can thrive @UN_Women @WCOZIMBABWE @ParliamentZim @GenderZimbabwe @ZECzim @zhrc365 @ZimRightsLIVE @WiPSUZim

[ZESN @ZESN1]

Let us create safe spaces for women and girls to participate freely in electoral processes & politics @UN_Women @WCOZIMBABWE @WiPSUZim @GenderZimbabwe @zhrc365 @ZimRightsLIVE @ParliamentZim @wlsazw @WalpeAcademy @ZLHRLawyers @monitorszim @ZECzim @lawsocietyofzim @zccinzim

[ZESN @ZESN1]

🟠Hostile messages and coordinated online attacks make digital spaces unsafe for women in politics. We must build platforms where women can participate confidently & without fear. @UN_Women @WCOZIMBABWE @WalpeAcademy @GenderZimbabwe @ZECzim @zhrc365 @ZimRightsLIVE @ParliamentZim

[ZESN @ZESN1]

🟠#16Days Safety shouldn’t be optional.
Dignity shouldn’t be negotiated.
Respect shouldn’t depend on the platform. @ZESN1 reaffirms: Women Deserve Safety Everywhere. @UN_Women @GenderZimbabwe @zhrc365 @WCOZIMBABWE @WalpeAcademy @WiPSUZim @wlsazw @YetTrust @ZimWomenLawyers

[ZESN @ZESN1]

🟠 #16Days raising awareness, amplifying survivors’ voices & driving action to end all forms of violence in our communities. Together, we can challenge harmful norms, support survivors & create safer spaces for everyone. @UN_Women @WCOZIMBABWE @WalpeAcademy @wildtrustzim @NYDT1

[ELOG Kenya @elogkenya]

At #ElectoralIntegritySummit2 ELOG's HoS, Mulle Musau, moderated a session on “Harnessing AI and Emerging Technologies to Safeguard Electoral Integrity in Africa.” It explored how Africa can leverage AI to enhance elections while tackling threats like disinformation and deepfakes

[East and Horn Of Africa Observation Network @ehorn_]

"Generative AI should not be observers' default in solving problems. Rather, observers should ask, What are the needs? How can they be solved and what tools can assist in meeting the needs? " - Julia Brothers, Senior Advisor for Elections, NDI -
#ElectoralIntegritySummit2

[East and Horn Of Africa Observation Network @ehorn_]

Mulle Musau, E-HORN Regional Coordinator, moderating a session on “Harnessing AI and Emerging Technologies to Safeguard Electoral Integrity in Africa” at #ElectoralIntegritySummit2. AI & emerging technologies offer new ways to strengthen African elections, but also pose new risks

[East and Horn Of Africa Observation Network @ehorn_]

Why do techies have to care for democracy?
"Democracy is good for business so business has to be good to democracy" - Dave Leichtman, Corporate Civic Responsibility Microsoft -

#ElectoralIntegritySummit2 @AcfimAfrica

[East and Horn Of Africa Observation Network @ehorn_]

"It's better to invest in solving the causes of declining democracy, rather than dealing with the symptoms of declining democracy" - Miguel Orlando -
#ElectoralIntegritySummit2