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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 1
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- When the Peace and Security Council observes that there has been an unconstitutional change of government in a State Party, and that diplomatic initiatives have failed, it shall suspend the said State Party from the exercise of its right to participate in the activities of the Union in accordance with the provisions of articles 30 of the Constitutive Act and 7 (g) of the Protocol. The suspension shall take effect immediately.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 13, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. undefined
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- The Chairperson of the Commission shall first send an exploratory mission during the period prior to elections. This mission shall obtain any useful information and documentation, and brief the Chairperson, stating whether the necessary conditions have been established and if the environment is conducive to the holding of transparent, free and fair elections in conformity with the principles of the Union governing democratic elections.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 13, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 2
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- Electoral observer missions shall be conducted by appropriate and competent experts in the area of election monitoring, drawn from continental and national institutions such as, but not limited to, the Pan- African Parliament, national electoral bodies, national legislatures and eminent persons taking due cognizance of the principles of regional representation and gender equality.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Equality & Inclusion
- Gender
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- N.A.
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. c
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- The Commission shall: Coordinate evaluation on implementation of the Charter with other key organs of the Union including the Pan-African Parliament, the Peace and Security Council, the African Human Rights Commission, the African Court of Justice and Human Rights, the Economic, Social and Cultural Council, the Regional Economic Communities and appropriate national- level structures.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- N.A.
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 2
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- State Parties re-affirm their commitment to regularly holding transparent, free and fair elections in accordance with the Union’s Declaration on the Principles Governing Democratic Elections in Africa. To this end, State Parties shall: Establish and strengthen national mechanisms that redress election- related disputes in a timely manner.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 3
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- State Parties agree that the use of, inter alia, the following illegal means of accessing or maintaining power constitute an unconstitutional change of government and shall draw appropriate sanctions by the Union: Any replacement of a democratically elected government by armed dissidents or rebels.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Humanitarian
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 4
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- The perpetrators of unconstitutional change of government shall not be allowed to participate in elections held to restore the democratic order or hold any position of responsibility in political institutions of their State.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Civil & Political Rights
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 1
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- State Parties agree that the use of, inter alia, the following illegal means of accessing or maintaining power constitute an unconstitutional change of government and shall draw appropriate sanctions by the Union: Any putsch or coup d’Etat against a democratically elected government.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 3
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- State Parties re-affirm their commitment to regularly holding transparent, free and fair elections in accordance with the Union’s Declaration on the Principles Governing Democratic Elections in Africa. To this end, State Parties shall: Ensure fair and equitable access by contesting parties and candidates to state controlled media during elections.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Equality & Inclusion
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. undefined
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- State Parties shall take all necessary measures to strengthen the Organs of the Union that are mandated to promote and protect human rights and to fight impunity and endow them with the necessary resources.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. undefined
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- State Parties shall take measures to ensure and maintain political and social dialogue, as well as public trust and transparency between political leaders and the people, in order to consolidate democracy and peace.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Equality & Inclusion
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 1
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- State Parties re-affirm their commitment to regularly holding transparent, free and fair elections in accordance with the Union’s Declaration on the Principles Governing Democratic Elections in Africa. To this end, State Parties shall: Establish and strengthen independent and impartial national electoral bodies responsible for the management of elections.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Equality & Inclusion
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 1
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- State Parties undertake to implement programmes and carry out activities designed to promote democratic principles and practices as well as consolidate a culture of democracy and peace. To this end, State Parties shall: Promote good governance by ensuring transparent and accountable administration.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Equality & Inclusion
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 5
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- State Parties agree that the use of, inter alia, the following illegal means of accessing or maintaining power constitute an unconstitutional change of government and shall draw appropriate sanctions by the Union: Any amendment or revision of the constitution or legal instruments, which is an infringement on the principles of democratic change of government.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- N.A.
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 4
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- State Parties agree that the use of, inter alia, the following illegal means of accessing or maintaining power constitute an unconstitutional change of government and shall draw appropriate sanctions by the Union: Any refusal by an incumbent government to relinquish power to the winning party or candidate after free, fair and regular elections; or
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 1
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- State Parties shall eliminate all forms of discrimination, especially those based on political opinion, gender, ethnic, religious and racial grounds as well as any other form of intolerance.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Equality & Inclusion
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 2
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- State Parties shall promote solidarity amongst Member States and support the conflict prevention and resolution initiatives that the Union may undertake in conformity with the Protocol establishing the Peace and Security Council.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Humanitarian
- Person(s) affected
- All
- N.A.
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 6
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- In order to advance political, economic and social governance, State Parties shall commit themselves to: Promoting the development of the private sector through, inter alia, enabling legislative and regulatory framework;
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 1
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- State Parties shall promote peace, security and stability in their respective countries, regions and in the continent by fostering participatory political systems with well-functioning and, if need be, inclusive institutions;
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Equality & Inclusion
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. undefined
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- State Parties shall adopt and implement policies, strategies and programmes required to generate productive employment, mitigate the impact of diseases and alleviate poverty and eradicate extreme poverty and illiteracy.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Economic Rights
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Poverty
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. undefined
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- State Parties shall implement policies and strategies to protect the environment to achieve sustainable development for the benefit of the present and future generations. In this regard, State Parties are encouraged to accede to the relevant treaties and other international legal instruments.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Environment
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- N.A.
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 6
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- The Assembly shall impose sanctions on any Member State that is proved to have instigated or supported unconstitutional change of government in another state in conformity with Article 23 of the Constitutive Act.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 8
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- In order to advance political, economic and social governance, State Parties shall commit themselves to: Promoting freedom of expression, in particular freedom of the press and fostering a professional media;
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Civil & Political Rights
- Equality & Inclusion
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. undefined
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- State Parties shall promote a culture of respect, compromise, consensus and tolerance as a means to mitigate conflicts, promote political stability and security, and to harness the creative energies of the African peoples.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Equality & Inclusion
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. undefined
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- Given the enduring and vital role of traditional authorities, particularly in rural communities, the State Parties shall strive to find appropriate ways and means to increase their integration and effectiveness within the larger democratic system.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Equality & Inclusion
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Social & Cultural Rights
- Person(s) affected
- All
- N.A.
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
Paragraph
African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. undefined
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- In conformity with applicable provisions of the Constitutive Act and the Protocol Relating to the Establishment of the Peace and Security Council of the African Union, the Assembly and the Peace and Security Council shall determine the appropriate measures to be imposed on any State Party that violates this Charter.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- N.A.
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. undefined
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- Seeking to entrench in the Continent a political culture of change of power based on the holding of regular, free, fair and transparent elections conducted by competent, independent and impartial national electoral bodies;
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 2
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- State Parties shall take legislative and regulatory measures to ensure that those who attempt to remove an elected government through unconstitutional means are dealt with in accordance with the law.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 3
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- State Parties shall cooperate with each other to ensure that those who attempt to remove an elected government through unconstitutional means are dealt with in accordance with the law.
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- N.A.
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance 2007, para. 3
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- The objectives of this Charter are to: Promote the holding of regular free and fair elections to institutionalize legitimate authority of representative government as well as democratic change of governments;
- Body
- African Union
- Document type
- Regional treaty
- Topic(s)
- Governance & Rule of Law
- Person(s) affected
- All
- Year
- 2007
- Date modified
- Feb 14, 2020
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