insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission Promotes Transparency in ||Kharas Region Officials from the Electoral Commission of Namibia convened a meeting with various stakeholders in the ||Kharas Region, emphasizing the importance of maintaining integrity and transparency in democratic processes. ||Kharas Governor Aletha Frederick stressed the ECN's crucial role in organizing elections and referenda fairly and impartially. She urged stakeholders to collaborate closely with the ECN to uphold democratic values. Political party leaders, local officials, civil society representatives, and police officers attended […] todayApril 26, 2024 6
insert_link Namibia New Electoral Commission Officials in Otjozondjupa Region Introduced to Governor Newly appointed officials of the Electoral Commission of Namibia for the Otjozondjupa Region were introduced to Governor James Uerikua in Otjiwarongo. Led by Victoria Amutenya, the Regional Electoral Officer, the team includes seven constituency supervisors tasked with voter registrations. They aim to issue new voter cards from June 3rd to August 2nd, ensuring eligibility for the Presidential and National Assembly elections on November 27th. Stations for the ECN supervisors include […] todayApril 23, 2024 26
insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission allocates N$269 million for November elections The Electoral Commission of Namibia has set aside N$269 million for the upcoming November elections. The allocation according to the Brief, focuses on the General Registration of Voters and the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly elections, with N$3.5 million reserved for potential by-elections. The funds are also aimed at ensuring the participation of voters in the electoral process. Meanwhile, the ECN unveiled the official timetable for the 2024 elections last […] todayApril 9, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission of Namibia Gears Up for General Registration of Voters and Elections The Electoral Commission of Namibia is making arrangements for the upcoming General Registration of Voters and the November Presidential and National Assembly Elections. As a part of this preparation, the ECN will conduct training sessions for Supervisors of Registration/Returning Officers. Approximately 150 candidates are expected to attend these training sessions. todayMarch 19, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia Namibia’s Electoral Commission Deregisters Three Political Parties and Six Organizations The Electoral Commission of Namibia has deregistered three political parties - the Democratic Coalition of Namibia, the Federal Convention of Namibia Party, and the Namibia Democratic Movement for Change Party. Additionally, six associations or organizations have also been deregistered. Local Political Analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah provides insights into the reasons behind their deregistration. todayFebruary 28, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Empowering Namibian Youth: SEE Namibia’s Call for Voter Education By Dilia Mazula In a bid to address the concerning trend of voter apathy among Namibian youth, Social Enabled Education Namibia (SEE Namibia), a youth-led organization, supported by the US Embassy in Namibia, is dedicated to providing comprehensive education on the democratic process. Commenting on the issue, during an interview with Future Media News, Joseph Ndondi, Executive Director of SEE Namibia, emphasized the critical role of voter and […] todayFebruary 19, 2024 69
insert_link Namibia Electoral Commission of Namibia finalizes mock voter registration The Electoral Commission of Namibia conducted a mock voter registration exercise that took place in selected localities across the country and was carried out utilising the newly enhanced and upgraded Integrated Mobile Voter registration system. Electoral Commission of Namibia's spokesperson De Wet Siluka. todayNovember 24, 2023 17
insert_link Namibia Shut It All Down Namibia to contest 2024 elections The Shut It All Down Namibia movement has announced its intention to participate in the 2024 Presidential elections. Their focus is on parliamentary approaches to address policy and legal reforms affecting the Constitution, with attention to women and minority rights. We asked the Electoral Commission of Namibia's spokesperson, De Wet Siluka if the Movement is registered as a political party. todayNovember 22, 2023 27