The intergovernmental authority on development IGAD has lauded the recently concluded elections terming them peaceful and a classic showcase of African democracy. The IGAD executive secretary ambassador Mahboub Maalim says there was a marked improvement in the performance of government institutions involved in the elections including the police and the judiciary. Ambassador maalim spoke during a joint press briefing with organizations that partnered with the regional body to facilitate peace initiatives during the elections. Businessman manu chandaria called for extended peace initiatives in the country beyond the elections.Watch KTN Streaming LIVE from Kenya 24/7 on http://www.ktnkenya.tv