insert_link NamibiaPoor Service Delivery Shifts Voter Support, Says Analyst Kudumo Political analyst Marius Kudumo told NewsOnOne’s Josia Shigwedha that operational challenges and weak performance in key towns formerly led by opposition parties, such as Windhoek and Walvis Bay, prompted voters to change their support in the recent elections. He noted that citizens are prioritising effective service delivery, a factor that enabled Swapo to reclaim control of most regional constituencies and local authorities. today3 December, 2025
insert_link NamibiaSwapo Lead Reflects Voter Confidence, according to analysts Political analysts say Swapo’s 63% lead in regional council and local authority elections reflects renewed voter trust, driven by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s focus on people-centered development and anti-corruption initiatives, as reported by NewsOnOne's Envaalde Matheus. Analysts add that opposition parties are losing momentum as coalition-led authorities show limited progress. today1 December, 2025
insert_link NamibiaMulongeni Urges Parties to Focus on Local Needs Political analyst Ben Mulongeni told NewsOnOne's Willem Snyman that parties must offer realistic and actionable messages that address local issues ahead of the regional council and local authority elections. He noted that many voters skip local polls because parties often pick loyalists instead of candidates genuinely supported by the community, leaving citizens disengaged. today22 October, 2025