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North eastern leaders during a past media briefing. [File]
Local elders in the Northeastern region have been told to embrace inclusivity in the practice of negotiated democracy by allowing all interested candidates to participate in political contests.
Speaking after the conclusion of five days capacity building of various groups convened by the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP), participants strongly voiced concerns over the practice of negotiated democracy, arguing that it undermines citizens' constitutional right to freely elect leaders and limits political competition.
The stakeholders called for greater civic education, inclusive political processes and adherence to democratic principles to ensure credible and peaceful elections.
