The ECOWAS Network of Electoral Commissions (ECONEC) in Abuja on Thursday, 1st February 2018 launched a regional study on Cost of Elections as part of its initiative to encourage reduction of electoral expenses in West Africa. The two other consultants are Mr. Francis Laleye from Benin Republic and Mr Jose Sanches from Cabo Verde. The findings of the study are expected to be presented at a Conference of Electoral Management Bodies (EMBs) from Western and Southern Africa taking place in Abuja in April 2018. The study is supported by the Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA), ECONEC’s key partner. ECONEC is also to undertake Needs Assessment and Solidarity missions to its members planning elections, and follow-up missions for the implementation of ECOWAS Election Observation missions’ recommendations.

Source: GNN Liberia February 01, 2018 15:22 UTC