EOM to Ethiopia Launched

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In line with EASF's commitment towards enhancement of democratic processes as well as supporting peace and stability in the region, the Director, Brig. Gen. Getachew Fayisa, officially launched an Elections' Observer Mission (EOM) to the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, on 11th June 2021 at the Secretariat in Karen, Nairobi.

EASF's seasoned contingent of experts from its Member States will support the democratic process through observation and objective assessment of the election process in accordance with the African Charter on Democracy, Elections, and Governance (ACDEG). The ACDEG was adopted by the African Union (AU) in 2007 as a roadmap to encourage better governance across the continent. It sets out international standards of good governance as well as free and fair elections.

During the flagging-off ceremony, the Director urged the team to carry out its mandate in the most efficient and professional way. Brig. Gen. Fayisa expressed satisfaction that the mission's planning team weighed substantively into gender parity, and unanimously elected the Head of Finance and Administration, Ms. Lina Peggy Hoareau, as the Deputy Head of Mission.

The EOM to the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia is supported through African Union's financing as well as the International Advisory Coordinating Staff (IACS), which is based within the Secretariat in Karen, Nairobi.

Photo Gallery: EOM to Ethiopia Launched

EASF Director Brig. Gen. Getachew Fayisa addresses participants of the flagging-off ceremony of the Elections' Observations' Mission to the Federal Republic of Ethiopia on 11th June 2021.
The Head of Administration and Finance, who is the Deputy Head of Mission, outlines some of the approaches the EASF team will be adopting during the Elections' Observations' Mission to the Federal Republic of Ethiopia.
The Head of Peace Operations' Department Brig. Gen. Henry Isoke delivers his keynote speech during the launch of the Elections' Observations' Mission to the Federal Republic of Ethiopia on 11th June 2021.
The Joint Chief of Staff Brig. Gen. (Dr.) PSC Osman Mohamed Abbas Osman (left) with members of staff during the flagging-off ceremony of the Elections' Observations' Mission to the Federal Republic of Ethiopia.
Right to left: The Military Chief of Staff Col. Abdallah Rafick, the Head of Police Component Col. Ali Mohamed Robleh, the Head of Civilian Component Mr. Dawit Assefa and other members of staff follow the mission's flagging-off proceedings on 11th June 2021.
EASF Director Brig. Gen. Getachew Fayisa hands over the mission's Operations' Manual to the Deputy Head of Mission Ms. Lina Peggy Hoareau.
Director Brig. Gen. Fayisa prepares to hand over the flag of the Eastern Africa Standby Force to the Deputy Head of Mission, Ms. Lina Peggy Hoareau.
The Deputy Head of Mission Ms. Lina Peggy Hoareau receives the organization's flag, signifying the team's readiness to roll out and accomplish the upcoming mission.
The flagging-off ceremony, attended by senior officials at the EASF Secretariat, marks another milestone in EASF's efforts to support peace initiatives in the Eastern Africa region and beyond.
Participants of the flagging-off ceremony of the Elections' Observations' Mission to the Federal Republic of Ethiopia pose for a group photograph at the Secretariat in Karen, Nairobi.
The core team from the EASF Secretariat in mission attire, led by the Deputy Head of Mission Ms. Lina Peggy Hoareau (middle), showcases its preparedness to address the task ahead, as mandated by the Standby Force.