Voter registration: EC apologises for network challenges, directs officials to switch to offline mode

The Electoral Commission (EC) has extended an apology for the network difficulties that disrupted the ongoing voter registration process on its second day.

The commission has recognized that the online registration mode was particularly affected by these challenges.

Following various complaints, the EC has taken responsibility for the setbacks and has instructed its District Officers to commence offline registration starting May 9, 2024.

"The Commission wishes to inform all its stakeholders and the general public that some challenges were experienced with the network this afternoon, affecting the online mode of registration. The Commission has directed its district officers to switch to the offline mode of registration beginning tomorrow, the 9th of May, 2024.

"The Commission apologizes for the delays experienced this afternoon," a statement issued by the commission on May 8, 2024 said.

The commission has reassured all stakeholders and the public that measures are being implemented to resolve the problems.

Furthermore, the EC has reiterated its commitment to extending the registration period if a backlog occurs due to these network issues, ensuring that the process will continue past the initial May 27, 2024, deadline if necessary.

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