21st International Electoral Awards & Symposium: Botswana
21st International Electoral Awards – Gaborone, Botswana
Dates: 1st–4th October 2025 Location: Gaborone, Botswana Co-hosted by: ICPS & The Independent Electoral Commission of Botswana
We are delighted to announce that the upcoming 21st International Electoral Awards will take place from 1st to 4th October 2025 in Gaborone, Botswana, co-hosted by the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) of Botswana and the International Centre for Parliamentary Studies (ICPS).
This prestigious global gathering will bring together electoral leaders, experts, and innovators to celebrate excellence in electoral management and explore cutting-edge developments in the field. As well as the annual International Awards, participants can still look forward to a rich programme of thematic discussions and panel sessions, covering key challenges and opportunities in the electoral space, including:
- Botswana’s 2024 General Elections: Good practices, opportunities, and challenges
- Inclusivity and Elections: Ensuring every voice counts
- Combating Disinformation and Misinformation in Electoral Processes
We are honoured to anticipate the President of the Republic of Botswana will open the Awards Ceremony, alongside the CEO of ICPS and key representatives of the IEC.
The Awards will also serve as a critical opportunity to network with peers, share innovations, and honour those shaping the future of democratic processes globally.
Delegates requiring VISAs will benefit from a special facilitation process coordinated by the IEC and relevant ministries, with guaranteed VISA-on-arrival for invited participants.
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Join us in Gaborone for a landmark occasion recognising global leadership in electoral integrity and innovation.