This thematic area looks at ensuring that the respective national constitutions reflect the democratic ethos and provide for demonstrably accountable governance and that political representation is promoted, thus providing for all citizens to participate in the political process in a free and fair political environment.

The aim is to enforce strict adherence to the position of the African Union (AU) on unconstitutional changes of government and other decisions of our continental organization aimed at promoting democracy, good governance, peace and security and strengthen and, where necessary, establish an appropriate electoral administration and oversight bodies, in our respective countries and provide the necessary resources and capacity to conduct elections which are free, fair and credible.

There are 9 key objectives in this thematic area namely:

1. Prevent and reduce intra- and inter-country conflicts.
2. Constitutional democracy, including periodic political competition and opportunity for choice, the rule of law, a Bill of Rights and the supremacy of the constitution are firmly established in the constitution.
3. Promotion and protection of economic, social, cultural, civil and political rights as enshrined in all African and international human rights instruments.
4. Uphold the separation of powers including the protection of the independence of the judiciary and of an effective Parliament
5. Ensure accountable, efficient and effective public office holders and civil servants
6. Fighting corruption in the political sphere.
7. Promotion and protection of the rights of women
8. Promotion and protection of the rights of the child and young persons
9. Promotion and protection of the rights of vulnerable groups, including displaced persons and refugees.

Events

• Official Launch of the APRM Gender Task Force (Eng)