Election Observation in Zambia

It was a great honour to serve as Chief Observer of the European Union Election Observation Mission to Zambia.

Our final report sets out the findings of the mission, recognising the commitment of Zambian voters while identifying areas where improvements are needed to strengthen the country’s democratic processes, electoral transparency and respect for fundamental freedoms.

I want to thank everyone who worked tirelessly as part of the EU Election Observation Mission, the Zambian officials and institutions who engaged with us, and, above all, the citizens who came out to exercise their democratic right to vote.

Democracy depends on the participation of its people, and it was a privilege to witness that first-hand in Zambia.