Desirable - Opposition political forces should design and conduct a strong fundraising strategy, in order to have the financial capacity to strengthen their structures, specifically at the local level, train and recruit new members and develop a timely and thorough campaign.
Addressed to - Gov. & NEC & Political Parties.
Possible Improvements Suggested:
- The CNE should provide guidance notes to all political contestants on how to present their candidacies and receive funding once accepted, so as to avoid the large number of disqualifications and lack of preparedness of many of the political contestants evidenced in this election.
- Political Parties should elicit training in political marketing possibly with assistance from homologous political parties in other countries or political marketing consultants
- Political parties should establish regular liaison with civil society organizations to listen to their concerns and local issues.
Timeline - To start within six months.