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A Guide to the Voter
In preparation for the December 7th, 1996 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections in Ghana, the Electoral Commission of Ghana published “A Guide to the Voter.” This guide provided Ghanaian citizens with complete voter registration information, further information on the election process and an overview of election workers. The purpose of this guide is to educate the public and contribute towards a peaceful, free, and fair election.
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Report/Paper
Toward Credible and Legitimate Elections in Kenya: Recommendations for Action
This report summarizes IFES efforts to reform Kenya’s voter registration procedures prior to the 1997 general elections.
March 31, 1996
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Congolaises, Congolais!
“Congolaises, Congolais!” is a flyer from 1996, available in French, which tells the citizens of Congo (Brazaville) that refusing to register for the revised voter list is like closing their eyes to the future of Congo. The voter registration mentioned in the document refers to the Presidential Election, scheduled for July 1997. There is no source listed.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Peuple Congolais!
“Peuple Congolais!” is a flyer from 1997, available in French, which reminds citizens of Congo (Brazzaville) that they must be registered in order to vote in the Presidential Elections of 1997 as this will ensure a fair election. No source listed for the document.
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Report/Paper
Pre-Election Technical Assistance Mission, Chad, 1 - 24 November 1995
This report summarizes the pre-election technical assistance provided by IFES in Chad prior to elections in 1996. The report summarizes the on-the-spot assistance provided by IFES, the development of an electoral calendar and efforts devoted to voter registration. The report also includes a list of problems with the planned elections ranging from political and institutional problems to questions about security. The report concludes with recommendations for elections in Chad. Included with the report are several documents concerning electoral law, regulations and the constitution of Chad.
November 30, 1995
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Report/Paper
Sierra Leone Pre-Election Assessment, November 1995
This Pre-Election Assessment from Sierra Leone focused on two issues: computer and information management needs of the Commission, and the overall status of INEC preparations to hold elections on February 26, 1996. The report discusses the legal framework, voter registration, civic education, election day preparations and IFES recommendations.
October 31, 1995
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Voters' Registration News
“Voters’ Registration News” is a special feature published by the Electoral Commission of Ghana in September 1995 in preparation for the 1996 presidential and parliamentary elections. This article explains the new registration process and provides general election and voting information including an illustrated step-by-step process of the new voter registration. This article was funded by Supporting the Electoral Process (STEP) with a grant from USAID and IFES.
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Voting Times
The August/September edition of the Voting Times is headlined by the upcoming November 1st, 1995 individual and party elections in South Africa. “Democracy Comes Home” is the featured article that details both when and how to vote, sample ballots, and further information regarding local campaigns and expected candidate behavior. Voting Times is a published by Project Vote and emphasizes the importance of voter participation in a free and fair election.
Publication
Report/Paper
Guyana Final Report, Civil and Voter Registration and Identification System
This report focuses on the creation and implementation of a new civil registry and voter identification system in Guyana. The report also discusses the possibility of creating an independent Elections Commission to foster free and fair elections.
July 31, 1995
Election Material
Civic Education Material
Registration 1995: Public Education Workshop guide
This guide explains the steps, timing, and materials involved in planning and facilitating an educational workshop on voter registration.