The National Convention Party (NCP) is back in the political process after their suspension was lifted by the Independent Electoral Commission on Thursday.

The party was suspended last year after a bitter leadership fight with rival factions setting up their own political executives. 

IEC said in a press release that the suspension has been lifted following a successful mediation efforts between the rival factions.

“Both opposing camps have signed a joint declaration expressing their willingness to unite.

“This was preceded by rigorous negotiations all of which were witnessed by the IEC.

“The sincerity with which the negotiations and the ultimate agreement were carried out gave room for the IEC to lift the suspension of the NCP.”