HELAO NAFIDI – Swapo secretary general Sophia Shaningwa has said the party is in the process of identifying candidates within its structures for the electoral college through its internal democratic processes.

At a mini rally held at Helao Nafidi on Saturday, she said after the electoral college, also known as ‘The Pot’, the party will present its candidates for the National Assembly. She noted that the party has already identified its presidential candidate, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, in accordance with the Swapo rules and procedures.

“We will identify true, trusted and tested cadres that understand the Swapo’s party’s political programme, manifesto, policies and procedures as developed over time,” she said.

Shaningwa added that the party would deliberately infuse “young  blood” and consider gender representation to ensure women’s participation in leadership positions.

Meanwhile, the SG told the gathering that Swapo is worth being trusted as it brought about the freedom, independence and democracy that Namibians enjoy today.

“Many sons and daughters of Namibia sacrificed their lives. This is our rich history, which we cannot shy away from, and this is who we are as Swapo,” she added.

Shaningwa gave her assurance that the party will continue to improve service delivery to the people as Swapo cares, and is compelled by its principles and culture to care and act humanely when responding to natural calamities such as the ongoing drought. -Nampa