/Khomas Police Gear Up For Elections

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/Khomas Police Gear Up For Elections

With Wednesday 27 November being marked as the day for the Presidential and National Assembly elections, preparations are underway to ensure public safety and a well-executed day for these activities across the country. From the /Khomas region's police is Deputy Commissioner Crispin Mubebo:

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INTERVIEW: Kristine Shetunyenga on Young Voters: A Key Demographic for Namibia’s 2024 Elections

As Namibia's 2024 elections draw closer, the political landscape is increasingly shaped by young voters, whose enthusiasm and decisions could determine the country's future leadership. Kristine Shetunyenga, the PR and Marketing Manager for Social Enabled Education Namibia, weighed in on the growing importance of this demographic and shared her insights on what young people are seeking from political parties. Young Voters’ Growing Interest in Politics Shetunyenga is confident that […]

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INTERVIEW: Herbert Jauch on the Latest Election Rallies

As Namibia approaches its crucial election, political rallies have taken center stage, with parties across the spectrum trying to mobilize voters. Activist Herbert Jauch weighed in on the recent wave of rallies held by political parties ranging from SWANU to SWAPO and the official opposition, PDM. According to Jauch, the rallies reflect a growing urgency, especially among the major parties, to make significant promises and engage the youth. He pointed […]

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Concerns Raised Over Foreign Influence in Local Election Smear Campaigns

Namibia Fact Check has expressed concerns about social media attacks on opposition candidate Panduleni Itula, suggesting foreign interference may be involved. Editor Frederico Links warned that these campaigns could threaten Namibia's electoral democracy. He compared the attacks to similar trends in other African countries. Links also pointed to past concerns about Zimbabwe's Zanu-PF meddling in Namibian politics, which has been denied. He urged electoral authorities to act to prevent manipulation […]

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SADC Observers Launch Mission for Namibia Elections

The SADC Electoral Observation Mission to Namibia's Presidential and National Assembly elections has been officially launched in Windhoek. Addressing the ceremony, Hon. Anne Semamba Makinda, the SEOM Head, highlighted the mission's commitment to promoting democratic principles and peaceful elections. Observers from eight SADC member states will be deployed across Namibia's 14 regions to monitor the November 27 polls. The mission will evaluate the process against SADC's revised electoral principles and […]

November 21, 2024 6

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SADC Election Observers Arrive in Namibia for November Polls

The Electoral Commissions Forum of SADC Countries has deployed a mission to Namibia to observe the Presidential and National Assembly elections on November 27. The 37-member delegation, led by Hon. Justice Priscilla Chigumba of Zimbabwe, includes representatives from nine SADC nations and two from West Africa for peer learning. Based in Windhoek’s Mercure Hotel, the mission will assess Namibia's electoral process, ensuring transparency and impartiality. A preliminary statement will follow […]

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INTERVIEW: Digital Expert Nrupesh Soni on Influencers and Elections

Nov 20, 2024, 8:45 AM In an age where digital platforms dominate, influencers and content creators are emerging as critical players in shaping political discourse, especially among younger voters. Digital expert Nrupesh Soni recently shared his insights into this growing phenomenon, particularly its impact on elections in Namibia. Soni highlighted a notable shift in how young people consume information. "The way information is consumed currently by most of the youth […]

November 20, 2024 7

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Mbumba Endorses Nandi-Ndaitwah as the Most Prepared Leader for Peace and Stability

President Nangolo Mbumba urged all eligible voters to vote for Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah because she is the most prepared, capable and tested leader to continue maintaining peace and stability in the country and the SADC at large. Mbumba made the remarks during the Swapo part rally at Olukonda in the Oshikoto Region Tuesday.

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UNESCO Survey Indicates Two-Thirds of Influencers Skip Content Verification

A new UNESCO survey shows that two-thirds of influencers do not verify the accuracy of content before sharing it. This finding is part of the organization's groundbreaking study, set to be revealed at a press conference on Tuesday. In its first-ever global survey, UNESCO has collected data from content creators in 45 countries, shedding light on their practices and the ethical dilemmas they encounter. Digital Media Expert Nrupesh Soni:

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