 The Regulations should also provide for the timeous approval of voter education materials  The regulations should provide for ICTs such as social media, SMS platforms and web applications in conducting voter education on how to register and why it is important to register. Conclusion Electoral reforms still remain a priority in promoting credible elections as Zimbabwe prepares for the 2018 harmonised elections. Parliament must commit to comprehensively align the Electoral Laws to the Constitution, a process that is long overdue. Though there have been piecemeal amendments to the Electoral Act, ZEC has an obligation to set up administrative regulations that will instil confidence and trust in electoral processes in particular the impending voter registration process. ZESN reiterates that the ability to exercise the democratic right to vote is premised on the respect for principles of democratic electoral processes upholding the key tenets of democracy such as inclusivity, comprehensiveness, transparency and accountability. 8 Zimbabwe Election Support Network ©2016

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