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Affirmative Repositioning

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Namibia

Parliamentary Session Halted After Affirmative Repositioning Member Removed

Speaker of the National Assembly, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, adjourned yesterday’s session following a disruption caused by the removal of Affirmative Repositioning member Tuafeni Kalola. Josia Shiwgedha for NewsOnOne reports that Kalola was escorted out after refusing to return to his seat after addressing the session without the Speaker’s approval.   

today12 September, 2025

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Business / Economics

AR party calls on government to declare a public health emergency in Tsumeb

  The Affirmative Repositioning party has called on the government to declare a public health emergency in Tsumeb following a recent study by the University of Bern, Switzerland, which revealed alarming levels of arsenic contamination in the town’s soil, plants, and residents. John Johannes, an AR activist for the Oshikoto Region, urged the government to prioritise the medical needs of affected residents in a statement on Monday. Activist Rob Parker […]

today29 January, 2025

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Namibia

Amupanda’s Lawyers Withdraw Judge Recusal Application in Red Line Case

  Lawyers for Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda have withdrawn their application for Judge Ueitele Shafimana's recusal in the red line case. One Africa Tv's Ellen Shihepo reports that this followed Shafimana's directive for the application to be formalized in writing and for the lawyers to testify on their reasons. The withdrawal, submitted by Kadhila Aamomo, cited time and resource constraints for securing new legal representation. Watch NewsOnOne weekdays at […]

today22 January, 2025

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Nam Elections 2024

Opposition Leaders Boycott Election Results Announcement As Swapo’s Majority Shrinks

  The Swapo Party retained its majority in the National Assembly with 51 seats, a decline from 63 in 2019. The Independent Patriots for Change surged to 20 seats, marking significant gains. Opposition leaders boycotted the election results announcement, except Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda, who accused the Electoral Commission of election theft. Meanwhile, the National Democratic Party secured one seat, with its leader Lukato Lukato entering parliament.

today4 December, 2024

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INTERVEIW: Ndumba Kamwanya Analyzes Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s International Lead in Early Election Results

  As Namibia’s national election draws closer, political analyst Ndumba Kamwanya has weighed in on the early results from the special vote, where SWAPO’s presidential candidate, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, secured a commanding 60% of the preliminary vote. Kamwanya acknowledges that while the early results offer a glimpse into the emerging trends, it is important not to read too much into them. Kamwanya points out that the special election electorate—comprised largely of […]

today15 November, 2024

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Uncategorized

Amupanda leads AR in bid for Presidential election

The Affirmative Repositioning has officially put forward its leader, Job Amupanda, as its presidential candidate for the November general election. This submission was made to the Electoral Commission of Namibia this morning. To be registered as a presidential candidate, one must be part of a registered political party (unless running as an independent), be a registered voter, and pay a fee of N$20,000. Amupanda, born 28 August 1987 in Omaalala, […]

today3 October, 2024

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Namibia

Job Amupanda Clarifies: Affirmative Repositioning Remains a Movement, Not a Political Party

Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda has reaffirmed that the movement is still active and not a political party. He clarified that while AR has recently established a political party department, it remains a movement with a broader focus. Amupanda emphasized that the new department does not change the core identity of AR as a movement dedicated to social and political issues.  

today16 August, 2024

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Activist-In-Chief Job Amupanda Unveils Affirmative Repositioning’s Manifesto for Future Media’s Leonard Witbeen

In a recent exclusive interview with Leonard Witbeen of Future Media, Job Amupanda, the activist-in-chief of Affirmative Repositioning (AR), laid out the party's comprehensive manifesto, focusing on key issues such as housing and employment.  This detailed discussion sheds light on AR's strategic plans and vision for Namibia's future. Addressing the Housing Crisis Amupanda emphasized that the housing crisis in Namibia, now estimated to exceed 500,000 units, is a critical concern. […]

today30 July, 2024