Libreville, Monday November 18, 2024 (Gabon News) – National and international observers expressed their satisfaction with the Gabonese head of state they received this past Monday at the presidential palace in Libreville.
In Gabon to assess the progress of the constitutional referendum in Gabon, the election observers returned to President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema on November 18, 2024. In their exchanges with the President of the Republic, they talked about the good organization of this election.
Four points raised their attention, especially the security of polling stations and citizens, the transparency of the stages of the process, the ease with which the tranquility was for the participation of citizens and the speed of the actors involved.
From the publication of the electoral register, the establishment of polling stations and electoral commissions, through the referendum campaign, everything went well until the day of the vote. Neither the Minister of the Interior who delivered the provisional results of the election yesterday nor the observers, no one reported a major event in the referendum process.
Coming from the United States, the United Kingdom, the European Union, the African Union and other countries to join the nationals, those observers reaffirmed their commitment to support Gabon in the movement that ‘ attack to return to the constitutional order.
Remember that the adoption of the new Constitution on November 16, 2024 by referendum is a key step in the transition process and in building a new, democratic and prosperous Gabon.
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Question 1: As national and international observers, what were your key observations during the Gabonese presidential palace visit on November 18, 2024?
Question 2: How would you rate the organization of the constitutional referendum in Gabon, and what specific areas do you think deserve commendation or improvement?
Question 3: The publication of the electoral register, establishment of polling stations, electoral commissions, and campaign phases were reported as smooth processes. Can you expound on these aspects and comment on the cooperation from all stakeholders involved?
Question 4: What were your impressions of the Gabonese government’s security measures during the referendum, and do you believe they were sufficient to ensure the safety of both voters and election officials?
Question 5: What role did international observers play in the referendum process, and how did your participation contribute to the overall success of the elections?
Section 1: National and International Observer Perspectives on the Referendum Process
Question 6: What were some challenges you faced while observing the referendum process in Gabon? Did anything surprise you about the election process?
Question 7: The new constitution aims to establish a democratic and prosperous Gabon. How does the adoption of this constitution align with the country’s political aspirations, and what impact do you think it will have on its citizens?
Section 2: The Importance of Transparency and Accountability in the Electoral Process
Question 8: The transparency of the electoral process was noted as a significant achievement by both national and international observers. How can Gabon maintain this level of transparency in future elections?
Question 9: What recommendations would you give to the Gabonese government to further improve the transparency and accountability of its elections?
Section 3: The Role of International Organizations and Partners in Supporting Democracy in Africa
Question 10: As observers from various countries, what message do you hope to send to the Gabonese people and the wider African community about the importance of democracy and constitutional reforms?
Question 11: In your experience as observers, what are some of the challenges facing democracy in Africa, and how can
