Moepya punts electoral body peer review to protect democracy
The chairperson of South Africa's Electoral Commission, Mosotho Moepya, has urged electoral bodies in the SADC region to utilize peer review and accountability to protect democracy. He emphasized that while each country operates under its own laws, regional cooperation and benchmarking are vital for maintaining electoral integrity.
Why it matters
It underscores the importance of regional institutional collaboration in safeguarding democratic processes against global pressures.
Electoral Commission (IEC) chairperson Mosotho Moepya has told electoral bodies in Southern Africa to hold one another accountable through peer pressure and peer review, warning that democracy across the world is under growing pressure.
The report provides a neutral account of a public official's speech regarding regional governance and democratic standards.
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