Zimbabwe Elections 2018
The Commonwealth’s team of observers began its assessment of the electoral process in Zimbabwe, leading up to general elections on 30 July.
Chaired by the former President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, the group is composed of 23 eminent people from across the Commonwealth. They include specialists in law and human rights, as well as gender, youth and media engagement.
Commonwealth observer missions assess whether electoral processes are credible and transparent. They promote good governance, reinforce democracy, protect human rights and the freedom of citizens to choose their leaders.
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