supporters. Carter Centre Observer missions were concerned about post- Political actors should demonstrate responsible election tensions. leadership. Declaration of Principles for Observer missions condemned violence that erupted Government was urged to be exemplary and International after the announcement of poll results refrain from inflammatory rhetoric which could Election incite further violence Observation Code of Conduct for International Election Observers Commonwealth Revised Commonweal th Guidelines for the Conduct of Election Observation Expressed profound sadness at the outbreak of Progress achieved could be undermined if party violence by the opposition supporters supporters do not remain peaceful and tolerant Condemned the excessive use of force by the security forces Elections were conducted in the context of some positive reforms Noted the multiple barriers to women’s political Code of representation Conduct for International 114 | P a g e