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ECN cancels ballot printing tender
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ECN cancels ballot printing tender

Rudolf Gaiseb Despite political parties insisting the Electoral Commission of Namibia should not be allowed to handpick a printer for the upcoming elections, the commission yesterday announced the cancellation of the open international bidding process.  The chief electoral and referenda officer, Peter Shaama, stated that the commission deems this to be in the best interest...

Swapo’s manifesto printed in Braille 
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Swapo’s manifesto printed in Braille 

OSHAKATI – Swapo vice president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says the party remainsfocused on ensuring inclusivity among all Namibians, as she announced the party had printed a record 500 copies of its recently launched manifesto in Braille. This will enable visually impaired persons to follow the party’s ideologies and promises for a better future without having to...

Muinjangue, Kauandenge retain top positions …as Nudo kicks congress can down the road 
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Muinjangue, Kauandenge retain top positions …as Nudo kicks congress can down the road 

Lahja Nashuuta The National Unity Democratic Organisation (Nudo) has agreed to file the current president, Ester Muinjangue, as the party’s presidential candidate for the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections, slated for 27 November 2024. The decision is among the resolutions taken at the party’s electoral college held over the weekend. The party’s leaders met...

Parties: ECN must forget ‘handpicking’ ballot printer
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Parties: ECN must forget ‘handpicking’ ballot printer

Rudolf Gaiseb Political parties have reiterated their stance that the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) cannot handpick a printing company for ballot papers in the absence of a fair and transparent bidding process. This development has raised concerns about transparency and fairness in selecting a printer for the ballot papers, which parties say could potentially...

Opinion – What elections mean to electorates 
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Opinion – What elections mean to electorates 

General elections are due to be held in Namibia on 27 November this year to elect a new president and members of the National Assembly.  For Namibian citizens, an election is more than just a civic exercise. It is a critical moment of participation in democracy.  Voting is a platform where every eligible individual has...

LPM goes for jugular in dual manifestos…promises N$700m for youth, sport and arts annually 
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LPM goes for jugular in dual manifestos…promises N$700m for youth, sport and arts annually 

John MuyambaEdward Mumbuu  RUNDU – Landless People’s Movement leader Bernadus Swartbooi chose Rundu to launch the party’s manifesto to remind the Kavango community of their dominance at the ballot box. He reminded Namibians that only a disciplined political formation like the LPM, with the right leadership and analytical understanding and respect for society, can deliver...

Amupanda, Schlettwein butt heads
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Amupanda, Schlettwein butt heads

Affirmative Repositioning movement leader Job Amupanda has accused the government of “playing theatrics” with citizens after Cabinet recently approved a study to gradually remove the redline. Last week, Cabinet proposed a feasibility study to be conducted over the next two years to assess the potential impacts of removing the fence. “The study will inform plans...

OPINION – Open letter to Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah 
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OPINION – Open letter to Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah 

Firstly, it would be remiss if I did not take this opportunity to express my profound gratitude for the confidence Comrade Dr Nandi-Ndaitwah has in me.  I am honoured and humbled to havebeen appointed as a candidate for election to the eighth National Assembly.  This appointment, at the age of 22, isan extraordinary opportunity for...