ITAC 2025: "Enhancing Electoral Accountability and Participation for Strengthening Democracy in a Digital Age"
ITAC 2025 seeks to address the critical issue of enhancing electoral accountability and participation for strengthening democracy in a digital age.
Date
12th – 13th November 2025
Venue
Gran Melia Hotel, Arusha, Tanzania
Expected
250+ Participants
Conference Overview
250+
Expected Participants
15
Speakers/Panelists
6
Key Topics
2
Conference Days
Conference Theme
Our theme "Enhancing Electoral Accountability and Participation for Strengthening Democracy in a Digital Age" represents the commitment to ensuring that electoral processes are transparent, accountable, and accessible to all citizens in today's digital era. It emphasizes the importance of building trust in democratic institutions through comprehensive electoral reforms and enhanced citizen engagement.
The Conference Goal
To foster democratic excellence through enhanced electoral accountability and participation, building stronger democratic institutions and promoting transparency in the digital age. We aim to create actionable solutions for contemporary electoral challenges.
Funders & Partners
Funders
Sweden, Norway
Partners
NCA
ITAC Community & Journey
Background Information
Electoral accountability is a fundamental pillar of democratic governance. However, electoral processes worldwide face significant challenges that threaten the integrity of democratic systems.
The Digital Transformation
The rapid proliferation of digital technologies and social media has transformed how elections are conducted and experienced. While these technologies offer opportunities for greater voter engagement, they also pose new risks including disinformation, cyberattacks, and manipulation of public opinion.
Tanzania Context
Tanzania has made significant strides in its democratic journey since the reintroduction of multiparty politics in 1992. However, challenges persist regarding electoral transparency, independence of electoral bodies, and the need for continued reforms to strengthen democratic processes.
Global Challenges
Political Corruption and Abuse of Power
Political corruption remains one of the most persistent threats to electoral integrity worldwide. According to Transparency International's 2023 Global Corruption Barometer, 1 in 4 people reported being offered bribes for votes during elections in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Declining Voter Turnout
Global voter turnout has declined by 10 percentage points over the past four decades, from 78% in the 1970s to 68% in the 2010s, according to International IDEA.
Misinformation and Disinformation
The Oxford Internet Institute found evidence of organized social media manipulation campaigns in 81 countries in 2022, up from 48 countries in 2018.
Youth Disengagement
Young people (aged 18–35) constitute over 60% of Africa's population, yet their voter turnout is disproportionately low. In Nigeria's 2023 elections, only 10% of registered voters aged 18–35 participated.
Conference Objectives
ITAC 2025 is designed to achieve specific, measurable outcomes that will strengthen democratic processes worldwide.
Explore Electoral Transparency Strategies
Examine strategies for ensuring transparency, accountability, and fairness in electoral processes worldwide with a focus on independent electoral bodies.
Address Voter Apathy
Develop solutions to increase youth and people with disabilities (PWDs) participation in elections through innovative engagement methods.
Analyze Digital Impact
Study the impact of social media and digital platforms on electoral mobilization and voter engagement in the modern era.
Develop Policy Recommendations
Create actionable policy recommendations for strengthening electoral integrity in the digital era.
Conference Modality
ITAC 2025 features a diverse range of interactive sessions designed to maximize learning, networking, and collaboration among participants.
Encourage collaboration and problem-solving among participants through hands-on sessions.
Feature diverse perspectives from policymakers, civil society, and technology experts.
Facilitate the exchange of ideas and the formation of partnerships.
Focus on actionable recommendations and the establishment of a global network for electoral integrity.
Join the Movement for Electoral Integrity
Be part of the global effort to strengthen democracy and ensure electoral accountability. Your participation can make a difference.