CAPE TOWN - Election observers play a vital role in ensuring transparent and credible polls.
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From South African citizens to missions from organisations like SADC, the AU and the EU, there's a call for active participation in observer roles.
So what qualifications are needed and what is the selection process?
Former election observer in other parts of Africa, Crystal Orderson spoke to eNCA.