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Dr. John Maphephe

Dr. John Maphephe is a researcher, policy analyst, and senior electoral administrator with over 25 years of experience in electoral governance, public sector reform, and digital innovation across Africa and internationally. He specializes in integrating emerging technologies, including AI and digital platforms, to enhance democratic processes, transparency, and cybersecurity. He has advised Electoral Management Bodies, judiciaries, and UN missions, including serving as Chief Technical Advisor for The Gambia’s 2022 electoral cycle. Dr. Maphephe holds a PhD in Technology and Public Management, a Master’s in Good Governance and Political Transformation, and an MBA specializing in ICT Project Management. His research explores digitalisation, technology-enabled governance, and electoral integrity, bridging theory, policy, and practical implementation. He is recognized for his ability to integrate research insights, technology solutions, and institutional reform, advancing democratic resilience and citizen-centered governance across diverse national contexts.

Thematic Areas of Expertise

Boundary Delimitation
Voter Education
Civil Society and Elections
Elections and Technology
Elections Security
Electoral Assistance
Electoral Dispute Resolution
Electoral Integrity and Dispute Resolution
Electoral Management
Electoral Observation
Participation
Electoral Systems
Gender and Elections
Legal Framework
Media and Elections
Parties and Candidates
Vote Counting
Voter Registration
Voter Turnout
Voting Operations
Youth Participation

Contributions to the ACE Network by Dr. John Maphephe

Title Date
DUT’S DR THAKUR HELPS VOTING EXPERT TO COMPLETE HIS PHD Aug 18, 2021
Re: Voter registration without link to national identification Dec 10, 2018
Re: Programme Officer, Elections and Political Processes (EISA Head Office, Johannesburg) Dec 08, 2014
Re: Scope and functions of the IT Division of an Electoral Management Body Jun 24, 2014
Re: How to ensure timely election results in African countries? Nov 06, 2012
Re: Inaccuracy of voter rolls Mar 20, 2012
Re: EMBs and social media Mar 12, 2012
Re: Biometric voter verification in Ghana Jan 27, 2012
Re: Strategies used by the electorate to protect their vote Oct 26, 2011
Re: Relations between Electoral Management Bodies (EMBs) and observers Oct 25, 2011
Re: Impeachment law drafting in Bhutan Oct 19, 2011
Re: EMBs with Gender Policies Oct 10, 2011
Re: Political approaches to election-related violence Sep 20, 2011
Re: Party and Candidate Financing in Bhutan Sep 20, 2011