The European Union (EU) and the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP) convened the 'Voices for Peace Forum' from September 2 to 4, 2026, in The Gambia. The forum brought together national and regional stakeholders to discuss electoral risks and strengthen efforts toward peaceful, inclusive, and credible elections. It was part of ongoing support for early warning and risk mitigation ahead of The Gambia's 2026-2027 electoral cycle. Participants included state institutions, election management bodies, security agencies, civil society, media, and regional actors, focusing on identifying measures to safeguard electoral integrity.
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