Director Launches Elections Observer Mission to Seychelles

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Director Launches Elections Observer Mission to Seychelles

EASF Director Brig. Gen. Getachew Shiferaw Fayisa officially launched an Elections' Observer Mission to the Republic of Seychelles on 8th October 2020 at the Secretariat in Karen, Nairobi.

EASF's contingent of 10 experts from its Member States seeks to support the democratic process through observation and objective assessment of the election process in line with the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG). The ACDEG was adopted by the African Union (AU) in 2007 as a road-map to encourage better governance across the continent. It sets out international standards of good governance as well as free and fair elections.

During the event, the Director called upon the team to carry out its mandate in the most efficient and effective way. Brig. Gen. Fayisa reiterated EASF's commitment to maintain peace and security across the region even in times of ravaging challenges caused by Covid-19. He expressed great confidence in the team's professionalism in executing its mandate as it has done throughout the intricate planning process.

According to the Republic of Seychelles Covid-19 control measures, arriving travelers are expected to undergo a fourteen-day quarantine session. The team factored this requirement during the mission planning and will thus be arriving in Victoria, Seychelles on 9th October. The general elections will be held from 22nd to 24th October, 2020.

Photo Gallery: Director Launches Elections Observer Mission to Seychelles

EASF Director Brig. Gen. Getachew Shiferaw Fayisa addresses some of the team members of Elections' Observation Mission to Seychelles at the Secretariat on 8th October 2020.
The Head of Administration and Finance Ms Lina Peggy Hoareau and the Joint Chief of Staff, Brig. Gen. PSC Osman Mohamed Abbas Osman follow the proceedings during the launch of the Elections' Observation Mission to Seychelles.
A member of staff takes some of the participants of the Elections' Observation Mission to Seychelles through a session at the EASF Secretariat on 8th October 2020.
The Civilian Advisor from the International Advisory Coordinating Staff (IACS) Mr. Jouni Vainio addresses the meeting on 8th October 2020.
The Head of Peace Operations' Department Brig. Gen. Henry Isoke (left) elaborates on some specific items on the conduct of the Elections' Observation Mission to Seychelles.
EASF Director Brig. Gen. Getachew Shiferaw Fayisa (right) hands over the EASF flag to the Deputy Head of the Elections' Observation Mission to Seychelles Mr. Dawit Assefa, who is also the Head of Civilian Component.
The rolling out of the Elections' Observation Mission to Seychelles in the background of Covid-19 challenges clearly demonstrates the fact that the regional peace-keeper is ready and able to support peace and security within the region at all times.
EASF Director Brig. Gen. Fayisa hands over the working document to the Deputy Head of Mission to Seychelles Mr. Dawit Assefa, who is also the Head of Civilian Component.