Zimbabwe: a peaceful election but irregularities

(BRUSSELS) The presidential elections, which took place on Wednesday July 31, led to the re-election of Robert Mugabe, in power for 26 years. The results were announced on Saturday August 3. Although the High Representative congratulated the people of Zimbabwe for the high turnout and the peaceful conduct of these elections, the EU " is concerned about the alleged irregularities and incomplete turnout reports, as well as the weaknesses identified in the electoral process and the lack of transparency” explained Catherine Ashton in a press release issued on behalf of the 28. “The EU will continue to monitor developments and work closely with its international partners in the weeks to come. ».