The EFM found that an important recommendation has been addressed with the adoption of the Right to Information Bill. The EFM believes that its effective implementation will help to ensure transparency to key aspects of the electoral process. Even if progress in the implementation of other relevant EU EOM recommendations remains limited, a certain number of legal and administrative reforms are being discussed and should be further considered. These relate to the work of the Electoral Commission, campaign environment and finance, electoral dispute resolution mechanisms and political participation of women.

In a press conference held today, Mr Meszerics said: “We are encouraged to see that initiatives have been undertaken to improve future electoral processes. We urge all electoral stakeholders to engage in good faith in extensive consultations in view of achieving the necessary bi-partisan consensus and an environment conducive for a greater level of public confidence in the electoral process.”

A comprehensive final report will be published in the next couple of months and will be used to further the EU’s ongoing engagement to support Ghana’s democratic institutions.