CAIRO – 28 November 2023: Egypt enters the electoral silence period Wednesday, 28 hours before the Presidential election marathon kicks off on Friday, with Egyptians abroad casting their votes on December 1-3, 2023.
During the silence period, all electoral campaigns for presidential candidates will stop completely.
The elections that will be held between four contenders, including incumbent President Abdel Fattah el Sisi, President of the Egyptian Social Democratic Party Farid Zahran, President of Al Wafd Party Abdel-Sanad Yamama, and President of the Republican People's Party Hazem Omar, will has its first round on Friday.
Egypt’s Minister of foreign affairs and immigration have been urging Egyptian expats to participate positively in the elections. Also, Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry has been following up on preparations for the vote, which will take place at 137 embassies and consulates across 121 countries around the world.
The voting process within the country is set to begin on Sunday, December 10, and will continue for three consecutive days until Tuesday, December 12. The National Election Authority has finalized the printing of over 67 million ballots, corresponding to the number of eligible voters according to the voter database. Additionally, preparations have commenced for the printing of voter lists, voting and counting records, and all documents related to the electoral process.
The voting procedure emphasizes the importance of the voter's name being registered in the electoral committee where they intend to cast their vote. Voters must present personal identification, either the national ID card or passport, and the committee head must verify their presence in the voter registry. Voters will receive a stamped or signed ballot, and individuals with special needs can express their choice privately to the committee head, as indicated on the card.
The final result of the elections expected be announced on December 18 if no run-off is required.
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