Article 8 defines election day as a single Sunday but contains a possibility of derogation by a CEC decision to hold elections over two days (Saturday and Sunday) in certain constituencies or polling stations. In such cases, the CEC outlines ‘objective reasons’ in its decision, which must be made at least 25 days before election day. Given the recent experience of organising polling procedures during a health pandemic, such flexibility is welcome as it is conducive to increased voter access. This is in line with international standards, as early voting opportunities (such as allowing voting also on Saturday) can expand the universality of the vote. Paragraph 11 of General Comment 25 to the ICCPR specifies that “States must take effective measures to ensure that all persons entitled to vote are able to exercise that right”.