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Elections

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UDF targets equitable land redistribution
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UDF targets equitable land redistribution

Eveline de Klerk Isabel Bento SWAKOPMUND – United Democratic Front (UDF) president Hendrik Gaobaeb emphasised his party’s vision for transforming Namibia through equitable land redistribution, job-creation and empowerment initiatives for the nation’s youth. In his address at the party’s Erongo regional star rally in Swakopmund on Saturday, he highlighted the importance of land reform, promising...

Governor appeals for peaceful campaigns
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Governor appeals for peaceful campaigns

RUNDU – Kavango East governor Bonifatius Wakudumo has called on political parties participating in the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections to promote peaceful campaigns.  “We must make provision for our elderly, people living with disabilities and all marginalised groups to participate in this democratic exercise without barriers. Voting is a right that must be...

We will end Oshikoto’s thirst – Venaani
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We will end Oshikoto’s thirst – Venaani

OMUTHIYA – Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) presidential candidate McHenry Venaani has promised residents of the Oshikoto region that he will install water pipes in every household if elected to power. Making the promise during a star rally in Omuthiya on Sunday, he said his government will prioritise water issues. He said his government will ensure...

NNN optimistic on genocide talks …as Mbumba blows Swapo horn
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NNN optimistic on genocide talks …as Mbumba blows Swapo horn

Loide Jason Mulisa Simiyasa Aletta Shikololo OTJIWARONGO – Swapo presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah remains optimistic that ongoing negotiations between Namibia and Germany on the genocide issue will be concluded to the satisfaction of the descendants of the victims. She addressed a fully-packed political rally for Swapo at the Mokati Sports Stadium in Otjiwarongo on Saturday...

Analysts weigh in on impact of Young Turks… as youth dominate party lists 
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Analysts weigh in on impact of Young Turks… as youth dominate party lists 

Rudolf Gaiseb Winds of change are blowing across the Namibian political landscape as young people dominate most parliamentary lists after different political parties held their electoral colleges this year. In essence, it means more young people could potentially represent their parties in the National Assembly (NA) for the next five years, and possibly beyond. In...

Opinion – Unpacking NNN’s leadership vision for Namibia 
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Opinion – Unpacking NNN’s leadership vision for Namibia 

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah (NNN) has served in various leadership positions and demonstrated her dedication to the Namibian nation.  Her leadership vision is forward-looking and centred on a social-economic developmental model, grounded in five key principles: pragmatism, integrity, accountability, meritocracy and inclusivity. She aims to build on her predecessors’ legacy with creativity and innovation while promoting these...

PDM ‘signs’ ballot samples while picketing  …. as ECN opens printing room 
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PDM ‘signs’ ballot samples while picketing  …. as ECN opens printing room 

Lahja Nashuuta  Rudolf Gaiseb  The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) late yesterday provided an update on the observation, verification and commencement of final ballot production ahead of next month’s national elections.  “On Monday, 21 October 2024, authorised representatives of the 18 political parties verified and signed off the designed sample ballot papers in Johannesburg. Three...

AR wants foreign land ownership banned 
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AR wants foreign land ownership banned 

Namibian political party Affirmative Repositioning has taken a different view of the land reform agenda by focusing on appropriation, banning foreign land ownership, and the removal of the controversial Red Line.  These positions are articulated in the AR manifesto, dubbed ‘Plans for Namibia’, launched at the weekend in Katima Mulilo.  The party promises fundamental changes...