10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 11.1 11.2 Other electoral dispute resolution mechanisms should be put in place to ensure peaceful resolution of election-related disputes throughout the electoral cycle, including dealing with cases of post-election retribution. Independent Commissions should be strengthened, especially the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) and the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) to effectively execute their respective roles in electoral matters. The law should set a timeframe for the finalization of petitions filed with the court on electoral issues, particularly for the National Assembly and local government elections. The law should set a timeframe that compels the Judiciary to promptly avail full judgements on electoral court cases. 11. Media and Elections Enforce legal provisions of the existing laws that regulate the conduct of state owned media. To provide effective remedy to electoral stakeholders whose rights are violated? To provide effective remedy to electoral stakeholders whose rights are violated. To ensure that there is timely resolution to electoral challenges. To enable electoral stakeholders to fully comprehend the court processes and reasons for the judgements. To ensure political parties and candidates receive, equal and balanced coverage by state owned media outlets. Zimbabwe Broadcasting Authority should be transformed into a truly To ensure political independent institution that effectively and impartially regulates parties and candidates public, private and community broadcasters. receive, equal and balanced coverage by state owned media The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission The Government of Zimbabwe Parliament of Zimbabwe. Parliament of Zimbabwe. The Government Zimbabwe Electoral Commission and Zimbabwe Media Commission. The Government Zimbabwe Electoral Commission and Zimbabwe Media Commission. 104 | P a g e