Botswana holds national election

Botswana is holding its national elections today, where the ruling Botswana Democratic Party is hoping to extend its 58-year reign. President Mokgweetsi Masisi is seeking a second and final term. Challenging Masisi are Duma Boko of the main opposition Umbrella for Democratic Change, Dumelang Saleshando of the Botswana Congress Party, and Mephato Reatile from the Botswana Patriotic Front.

October 30, 2024 8

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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, […]

October 3, 2024 2

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Women make up 54% of electorate, ECN

The Electoral Commission of Namibia has released the final voters register for the 2024 national elections, revealing a total of about 1, 449, 000 (1,449,569) registered voters, with women comprising 54% and men 46% of the electorate. ECN spokesperson, De Wet Siluka has more. With 21,757 voters identified as having disabilities, we asked Siluka about the measures in place to accommodate these citizens.

October 1, 2024 27

Namibia

CRAN urges broadcasters to uphold standards for 2024 election coverage

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has called on broadcasters to comply with the Broadcasting Code during the 2024 election coverage period, which runs from 26 September to 24 November 2024. Legal Advisor: Complaints & Enforcement at CRAN, Simson Shimakeleni said broadcasters must provide equal airtime to all political parties, maintain transparent news reporting, and avoid discriminatory advertising practices. On polling day, broadcasters are required to refrain from […]

September 30, 2024 37

Namibia

ECN concerned over low voter turnout

The Electoral Commission of Namibia has registered 823,761 eligible Namibians since the General Registration of Voters began on 3 June 2024. The highest numbers were recorded in Khomas, Ohangwena, and Omusati regions. ECN spokesperson De Wet Siluka says there was a slight improvement in turnout in early July but expressed concern over the overall low turnout. Namibians will vote in the Presidential and National Assembly elections on 27 November 2024.

July 11, 2024 35

World

UN Technology Envoy explains the impact of AI and tech on elections

2024 is a bumper year for elections, even in Namibia, affecting around two billion voters. However, elections don’t necessarily equate to democracy, and the extent to which they affect the way a country is run, and by whom, can vary dramatically, depending on where they’re held. The UN Envoy on Technology, Amandeep Singh Gill explains the influence tech and Artificial Intelligence has on elections.

June 25, 2024 52

South Africa

South African youth urged to actively participate in today’s election

South Africa Defence and Military Veterans minister Thandi Modise has urged young people to actively participate in today's election, emphasising the critical role of voting in holding the government accountable. Modise highlighted that voter apathy could harm the country's progress, urging the youth to use their votes to shape the nation's future:

May 29, 2024 34

Namibia

Dr. Ndumba Kamwanya Explores Impact of Graduate Unemployment on Election Dynamics

Political expert and academic, Dr. Ndumba Kamwanya, delves deeper into a pivotal factor molding the forthcoming elections: the issue of graduate unemployment. Reflecting on past electoral cycles, Dr. Kamwanya underscores the significant sway of job shortages, especially among young voters, on the political arena.

May 3, 2024 55