The Law On Campaign Rallies

Campaigns for September 30 twin elections are on, and characterised by the holding of rallies here and there. But to organise such rallies, there are binding rules that must be respected.

The April 19, 2012 Electoral Code amended and supplemented on December 21, 2012 spells out guiding principles that must be respected before the holding of any campaign rally. Section 93 (1) says that; "During the election campaign period, the political parties running, or candidates or their representatives may organise meetings to explain and present electoral platforms and manifestoes to electors."

"(2) For the purposes of Section 93 (1) above, the representative of each lists or any agent of each political party or candidate intending to hold election meetings shall submit the meeting schedule to the administrative authorities and the branches of Elections Cameroon so that steps can be taken to ensure the maintenance of law and order."