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Workshop on International Cyber Security Negotiations: Capacity Building Workshop for Diplomats kicks off at the AUC Headquarters to address the Misuse of Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) and their potential implication on the National and International security and stability

Kampala, Uganda, 15th February 2016–The AU Short Term Observers will be deployed on 16th February 2016 to their assigned provinces with hand-held computer tablets which will enable them to collect and transmit observation data in real-time. The deployment of observers follows a three-day training on the African Union observation methodology and briefing, which took place from 13-15 February 2016. On ground in their areas of deployment, observers will be expected to consult with the Electoral Commission, the Police, and other relevant stakeholders.

Kampala, Uganda, 15th February 2016–The AU Short Term Observers will be deployed on 16th February 2016 to their assigned provinces with hand-held computer tablets which will enable them to collect and transmit observation data in real-time. The deployment of observers follows a three-day training on the African Union observation methodology and briefing, which took place from 13-15 February 2016. On ground in their areas of deployment, observers will be expected to consult with the Electoral Commission, the Police, and other relevant stakeholders.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – 13 February 2016: The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma has called for smooth and peaceful proceedings in the upcoming Presidential run-off and legislative elections in the Central African Republic (CAR). She welcomed the calm atmosphere under which the first round of general elections took place on 30 December 2015, “despite evident organizational and security challenges”.