I've always advocated for the need to have an Electoral institution that is deemed credible in the affairs of managing our national elections by the public. The Electoral Commission of Zambia, in my opinion, has failed time and time again to assure the people of Zambia of its independence and integrity; which is why many believe that the every election since 1996 has been rigged. Even in this years elections, when people took to the streets in the few sporadic incidences it was because they believe underhanded activities were taking place.
I am glad when I read opinion pieces like Rapheal Tuju's Crucial Lessons for Us from Zambia's Election because it gives some credibility to our institution. However, we should never forget that institutions in themselves are not infallible and every once in a while they need to be reminded by the people, as was the case in Zambia this year, "We are watching you!"
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