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    "id": 1266885,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Sen. Mungatana, MGH",
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    "content": "These organizations, particularly the Inter-Religious Council of Sierra Leone (IRCSL) engaged in among other activities, the facilitation of dialogue between political parties, voter education campaigns and polls observation in a majority of the polling centres in the country. The IRCSL convened meetings between political parties and facilitated the signing of a peace pledge by presidential candidates. Their presence and active involvement helped uphold accountability by both the Government and electoral authorities and enhance public trust in the process. The patriotism and valour displayed by these CSOs is remarkable. I urge our CSOs to benchmark and emulate them. I would also like to commend the West Africa Elders Forum (WAEF) for its role in the just concluded elections in Sierra Leone. The Forum consists of esteemed and experienced former leaders and statesmen whose efforts and collaborations are geared towards ensuring transparent and peaceful transition of power. Through their wisdom, experience and impartiality, the forum contributes significantly to creating an environment conducive to credible elections and democratic governance."
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