Loide Jason Lahja Nashuuta As the national elections approach, the political atmosphere in Namibia is increasingly fraught with discord as political parties continue their protest against the electoral process in the weeks preceding the vote. This situation arises from serious accusations that the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) granted the ballot printing contract to South...
The Affirmative Repositioning political party launched its ambitious plan in Katima Mulilo over the weekend “to rescue Namibia from collapse”. Dubbed ‘AR Plan for Namibia’, the manifesto lays out their vision to liberate the country from the chains of hardship, should the electorate give them the mandate to govern on 27 November. “Namibia is a...
Andreas Thomas Swapo Party Secretary General Sophia Shaningwa said the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN)’s confirmation of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the party’s presidential candidate is a significant milestone for Namibia. The ECN declared 15 presidential candidates as duly- nominated for the upcoming general elections on Thursday, including Nandi-Ndaitwah as the only female candidate. Speaking during...
Lahja Nashuuta This year’s presidential election will not feature independent presidential candidates. This is after the four individuals who wanted to gun for the highest office in the land solo failed to meet all requirements as prescribed by the Electoral Act. “They made it almost impossible for us to meet what was the legal requirement,...
OTJINENE – The rapid level of development and social progression the constituency has witnessed over the past decade under Nudo’s leadership is reason enough for the inhabitants to renew the party’s mandate. This was said by Otjinene constituency councillor Erwin Katjizeu. Otjinene, which is one of the Omaheke region’s fastest-growing points just behind Gobabis, is...
Barry Rukoro, the president of a National Unity Democratic Organisation (NUDO) breakaway group, has insisted that his faction’s newly-formed coalition with Swanu will not cripple Nudo. The marriage will also have no bearing on the party’s operations nor will it affect Nudo’s relevance, the former football administrator said. Rukoro provided the surety to his followers...
KEETMANSHOOP – Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, during a Swapo star rally, appealed to the //Kharas electorate to give the control of the region back to the ruling party. She made this plea when addressing party members, supporters and sympathisers at a packed J Stephanus Sports Stadium on Saturday. “The mission and message to the residents...
Auleria Wakudumo The Rally for Democratic and Progress (RDP) officially launched its manifesto for the 2024 National and Presidential Elections in Ongwediva on Saturday. The event was originally set for Okandjengedi but was moved to Ongwediva at the last minute due to strong winds. At the manifesto launch, party president Mike Kavekotora expressed disappointment in...
KATIMA MULILO – In a bid to canvass votes for Swapo and its presidential candidate, finance minister Iipumbu Shiimi said the ruling party has improved Namibia’s road infrastructure, housing, education, healthcare, social welfare, agriculture and youth development, among other key sectors. Speaking during a mini rally at Katima Mulilo over the weekend, Shiimi listed the...
Presidential candidates have recognised the critical role the youth play in shaping the nation’s future. They have taken steps to empower Young Turks within their ranks. This is not only reflective of the country’s growing youth population but also a strategic move to tap into the fresh perspectives that young people bring to the table. ...