ACP hails peace

Senior Reporter
The African, Caribbean and Pacific group of states has urged Zimbabweans to maintain peace during and beyond elections.
In a Press statement yesterday, the group said it believed that periodic, free and fair elections were the hallmark of democratic governance.“The participation of the ACP group in observing these elections reflects its support for, and full commitment to the principles of democracy, rule of law, freedom of expression and good governance.

“It is also in keeping with the spirit of the ACP group’s support for, and solidarity with, the Government and people of Zimbabwe.
“It is part of the dynamic which continues to underpin the framework of intra-ACP political dialogue and by virtue of which the group provides all possible assistance to member states that are engaged in the important and continuous process of strengthening democracy, good governance and the rule of law,” said the ACP.