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Invitation to
the online event launching the South African Journal’s special issue,
“Safeguarding EMBs in the Age of Global Democratic Recession”
The A-WEB Secretariat is pleased to inform you
that the Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC), the Chair organization of
A-WEB and the South African Journal of International Affairs (SAJIA), invite
you to join virtually for launching the Special issue of the Journal. Venue: Cape Town ICC and via Zoom Date: Thursday, 30 November 2023 Time : 9am ~ 10:30am (SAST) The event
promises an engaging exploration of these challenges, featuring esteemed
panelists and experts in the field: - Dr. Victor
Shale, Electoral Commission of South Africa - Prof. Mohamed
Salih, Erasmus University Rotterdam - Ms. Sonali
Campion, University of East Anglia - Ms. Nighat
Dad, Digital Rights Foundation - Pakistan - Mr. Robert
Gerenge, UNDP – Ethiopia *You can find the biographies of the speakers in the
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The program unfolds as follows: - 08:30-09:00:
Registration - 09:00-09:10:
Welcome and opening remarks by Mr. Sy Mamabolo, CEO of the Electoral Commission
of South Africa - 09:10-10:05:
Panel discussion on the Special Issue, reflecting on democratic recession
trends, impact, theory, and practice. The discussion will also delve into
policy propositions for inclusivity and electoral assistance. - 10:05-10:25:
Questions and Answers - 10:25-10:30:
Presentation of the Journal Copy - 10:30: Vote
of thanks by Mr. Mosotho Moepya, Chairperson of the Association of World
Election Bodies and Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of South Africa
For those eager to engage in this vital
dialogue, RSVP and inquiries can be directed to Nondumiso Nqunqa at events@saiia.org.za. A separate Zoom link will be provided for virtual attendance. *The more detailed program is found in the
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