United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres congratulated the people of Kenya for holding peaceful elections.

In a statement, Guterres (pictured) notes the important work done by the authorities and electoral management bodies, the active engagement of numerous national stakeholders, and the commitment of voters to exercise their constitutional rights.

“The Secretary-General trusts that all political stakeholders and the Kenyan people will continue to demonstrate the same level of calm, patience and respect for the electoral process as they await the announcement of the results of the polls in accordance with the legal timeframe,” said a statement by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesman for the Secretary-General.

It adds: “He reiterates the availability of the UN to continue to support the efforts of the Kenyan authorities and people in the advancement of the democratic process in Kenya.”