In the context of preparations for the upcoming elections on 15 December, a crucial question arises regarding the eligibility of temporary agents of the Independent National Electoral Commission (Ceni). The recent revelations of the lists of candidates for IT technicians at the voting centres in Masi-Manimba highlight a controversial criterion: the need to be registered in the local constituency in order to participate in the electoral process.
This measure has met with disapproval from several would-be candidates who, despite having been registered elsewhere, were excluded from the selection process. These exclusions call into question the transparency and fairness of the recruitment process for temporary agents of the Ceni. Some denounce blatant discrimination, arguing that this local registration criterion was not explicitly mentioned in the initial conditions.
On the one hand, the Ceni justifies this measure by highlighting the need to prevent any attempt at electoral fraud. According to Jean-Baptiste Itipo, Director of Communication at Ceni, the criterion of mandatory registration in the constituency aims to guarantee the integrity of the electoral process and prevent any manipulation of the results. He assures that this approach is essential to ensure that the temporary agents hired are indeed local voters.
However, this rule is not perceived in the same way by everyone. Some consider it to be selective and exclusionary, limiting opportunities for those who wish to contribute impartially and professionally to the smooth running of the elections. In fact, this controversy raises questions about the transparency and fairness of the selection criteria for temporary agents at Ceni.
It is important to note that the publication of the lists of people selected for the test of IT technicians at the voting centers in Masi-Manimba has sparked diverse reactions among the population. With a total of 637 names displayed, the allocation of these temporary positions is of crucial importance to ensure the smooth running of the electoral process in the region.
In conclusion, the issue of the eligibility of temporary agents of the Ceni for the elections remains a debated and controversial subject. While the Ceni defends the necessity of local registration to prevent electoral fraud, some critics highlight the potential discrimination and exclusion induced by this measure. It is essential that the selection process of temporary agents remains transparent, fair and based on objective criteria to guarantee the integrity of the upcoming elections.