In every election, voter education is necessary to ensure that all citizens understand their democratic rights, the political system, and how and where to vote.

These were the words of nbc's Chief of News and Programming Officer Menesia Muinjo during a discussion on elections in Africa titled "Why the controversy around elections in Africa?"

Muinjo noted that for an election to be successful and democratic, voters must understand their rights and responsibilities, be sufficiently knowledgeable, and be well-informed to cast ballots that are legally valid.