Moroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita, co-chaired the opening ceremony of a training session for African electoral observers in Rabat on Monday, April 21, 2026. The event was organized by the African Union Commission's Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security (PAPS).
The training aims to strengthen the capacities of African experts in electoral observation, a key mechanism for promoting democracy, good governance, and political stability across the continent. It brings together participants from various AU member states.
In his opening remarks, Minister Bourita emphasized Morocco's commitment, under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, to supporting African institutional and capacity-building initiatives. He highlighted the importance of credible electoral processes for peace and development.
The session is part of the AU's ongoing efforts to professionalize its election observation missions. Such training ensures observers are equipped with standardized methodologies to assess electoral processes impartially and effectively.
