insert_link Namibia Namibia sees low turnout in Regional Council and Local Authority Elections ECN Chairperson, Dr Elsie T. Nghikembua (Photo: Electoral Commission of Namibia) Namibians headed to the polls on Wednesday for the 7th Regional Council and Local Authority elections, but voter turnout was notably low across much of the country. Election officials reported quiet polling stations and fewer voters compared with previous years, raising concerns among analysts. Political analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah suggested that low participation could reflect voter fatigue, logistical challenges, […] today27 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Fewer Candidates, More Voters Ahead of Election Day Citizens will head to the polls on 26 November with a smaller field of contenders than in 2020. The Electoral Commission confirmed 456 candidates representing 20 political parties and 68 independents. Despite the decline, voter registration has risen to nearly 1.5 million. Public policy analyst Dr. Marius Kudumo. today13 November, 2025
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 Electoral Commission Launches Provisional Voters Register De Wet Siluka of the Electoral Commission announced on Friday, 12 September 2025, the launch of the provisional voters register ahead of the regional and local authority council elections. He emphasized that the register allows citizens to verify that their names are correctly included before the polls. today15 September, 2025
Uncategorized Electoral Commission launches nationwide voter education campaign The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has initiated a comprehensive voter education campaign aimed at informing citizens about the upcoming regional and local authority elections scheduled for November 2025. The campaign focuses on voter registration processes, voting procedures, and encourages active participation from young and first-time voters. ECN spokesperson, De Wet Siluka, emphasized the importance of civic engagement, stating, "Our goal is to ensure that every eligible Namibian is informed […] today25 June, 2025
insert_link World Musk to give away $1 Million daily to US voters Tech billionaire Elon Musk has announced that he will give away one million dollars each day to registered voters in battleground American states. It immediately drew scrutiny from election law experts who said the sweepstakes could violate laws against paying people to register. Musk promised to award one million dollars randomly to people who have signed a petition in support of the First and Second Amendments. today22 October, 2024
insert_link Namibia ECN records high voter registration rates in Kunene and Oshana The Electoral Commission of Namibia has announced a considerable breakthrough in the recent voter registration drive held from 29 July to 1 August 2024. A total of 152,472 eligible voters were registered, averaging 38,002 registrations per day. This represents the highest turnout since the commencement of the General Registration of Voters (GRV), with a 91% turnout of eligible voters. The Kunene and Oshana regions recorded the highest registration rates at […] today5 August, 2024
insert_link Opinion Pieces Embracing the digital future: the crucial role of digital literacy in Namibia Issued By Mrs. Hilya Mhani, Manager: Consumer Relations and Advocacy In today's interconnected world, digital literacy is a fundamental skill required in all areas of life. As an Authority, we recognise the transformative power of digital literacy. It extends beyond basic technology use to include critical navigation, evaluation, and creation of information on digital platforms. Digital literacy encompasses various competencies: using digital devices like computers, smartphones, and tablets; navigating the […] today25 June, 2024
