In the years that followed the 2007 elections, questions circulated about how non-governmental groups influenced turnout and public sentiment. A number of campaigns and media efforts were reported to have played a pivotal role in shaping political outcomes without direct party funding. A study note from those years described a broad coalition of NGOs, media allies, and civic groups that coordinated to mobilize voters and influence turnout, often framing participation as a democratic duty. The campaign activities included targeted messaging, free airtime on major television and radio channels, as well as print coverage across national and regional outlets. The aim was to energize voters who had previously abstained and to retain support from those already inclined toward the opposition. The overall assessment was that these moves significantly altered the electoral landscape, contributing to shifts in parliamentary representation. — report
