With elections approaching, the United Democratic Front of Namibia (UDF) launched its manifesto on Saturday in Otjiwarongo. As one of Namibia’s oldest political parties, UDF leaders highlighted practical solutions to national challenges, hoping to resonate with citizens across the country. The launch event kicked off with a town-wide drive to raise awareness, emphasizing the party’s […]
The Swapo Party Vice President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, urged the youth to embrace the party’s manifesto, which includes targeted interventions aimed at addressing Namibia’s socio-economic challenges. Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah addressed the youth during a “Youth in Conversation with Netumbo” session held in Keetmanshoop. The discussion covered key issues such as the role of education in nation-building, opportunities […]
The Landless People’s Movement (LPM) has announced that its parliamentary list will feature 72% youth representation. This decision, according to the party’s leadership, was made at their first national convention to elevate young voices in Namibian politics. LPM Youth Leader Duminga Ndala emphasized the importance of this move: “71% of our candidates will be under […]
The Landless People’s Movement party leader, Bernardus Swartbooi, delivered a youth-centered statement this morning as he opened the party’s Electoral Convention in Windhoek. Swartbooi noted that young people now make up 71 percent of the population, and even when excluding those under voting age, they still account for 65 percent of eligible voters. He emphasized […]
The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has condemned violence and intimidation among political parties as the country approaches elections. The commission is therefore urging all political parties to engage with each other constructively and to respect difference while seeking common ground for the collective good of all. ECN has sent out a caution after an […]
The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has reviewed its initial decision to de-register the Christian Democratic Voice (CDV) as a political party, following an urgent application in the Windhoek High Court. The ECN, appearing before Judge Shafimana Ueitele, sought an order declaring its own decision null and void. The ECN said it deregistered the Christian […]
The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has urged potential presidential candidates and members of the National Assembly to acquaint themselves with the prerequisites for a position on November’s ballot, with registration closing in five days. More than 1.4 million registered voters will vote in the watershed elections on November 27, 2024, to pick a new […]
The Rally for Democracy and Progress (RDP) has joined other political parties in condemning the Electoral Commission of Namibia’s (ECN) decision to appoint a company that would be entrusted to print ballot papers for the November national elections. RDP’s President Mike Kavekotora criticised the ECN, stating that the elections were not a surprise to warrant […]
President Nangolo Mbumba signed the Electoral Amendment Bill into law, which modifies the existing Electoral Act of 2014. Announced in the Government Gazette, the new law permits remunerated public servants and members of regional and local councils to be nominated as candidates for National Assembly elections. Key provisions of the Act include allowing public service […]
The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) met with political parties, faith-based organisations, and other stakeholders in ||Kharas Region on issues related to the electoral process. The engagement took place at Keetmanshoop. The engagement covered the conduct of political parties, polling and collation venues, special voting, transportation of election material, number of political agents allowed in […]
