7. CONCLUSION In conclusion the 2018 harmonised elections reflected some improvements compared to past electoral processes. The implementation of the BVR system and the completion of an updated Voters’ Roll were positive achievements in the administration of elections. Considering that this was a new initiative, ZEC indeed experienced challenges at the beginning of the BVR exercise but overall handled the process in line with the law. Some of the recommendations which were proposed by ZHRC after the 31st July 2013 harmonised elections were implemented by relevant stakeholders. For instance; the date for the 2018 elections was proclaimed timeously, allowing ZEC adequate preparation for the electoral process. In 2013 the Commission urged Government to ensure that the Constitutional Court is properly constituted in addressing electoral dispute resolution mechanisms, this recommendation was executed as evidenced by the full bench which deliberated on the petition from the opposition (MDC Alliance) legally challenging the Presidential election result. Respect for the role of the media is necessary throughout any electoral process. Allowing the media access to public political meetings, demonstrations and rallies gives political parties and candidates an opportunity to publicise their campaign messages. In 2013 the ZHRC recommended that the Zimbabwe Media Commission should be strengthened to monitor the performance of the media in providing fair and balanced coverage to all political parties and candidates in terms of the Constitution and the Electoral Act. Therefore, the Commission continues to hold the same sentiments in 2018 urging equal media access by all political contestants and the Media Commission to be fully constituted. A concern which the Commission highlighted in 2013 which remained apparent during the 2018 harmonised elections was in relation to the large number of assisted voters. Page 49 of 55