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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Electoral Commission

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Background

Nam Elections 2024

ECN Responds to Election Credibility Challenges Amid Court Cases

  The Electoral Commission has clarified that no new voters were allowed to vote on November 28, 2024, during the extended election period. ECN Chairperson Elsie Nghikembua stated that only those still in queues by 21:00 on November 27 were permitted to vote. The extension was due to technical issues and ballot shortages at 36 polling stations. Political parties, including Nudo, are backing court challenges to the election results, citing […]

todayJanuary 8, 2025 15

Nam Elections 2024

ECN Rejects IPC Court Bid as Lacking Evidence

  The Electoral Commission has dismissed the Independent Patriots for Change's court application, calling it "vague and embarrassing." ECN chairperson Elsie Nghikembua argues the case lacks the evidence required to overturn an election under section 115 of the Electoral Act. Meanwhile, the IPC seeks to nullify the entire elections, with LPM pushing to validate only votes from 27 November. Offering comment is Graham Hopwood: he is the Executive Director at […]

todayJanuary 8, 2025 13

Namibian Elections 2024

ECN says the IPC’s !Auchamus did not inspect election materials

By: Envaalde Matheus  The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) said Independent Patriots for Change national general secretary Christine !Auchamus lied about participating in the inspection of the election materials on 18 and 19 December 2024. According to ECN chairperson Elsie Nghikembua, !Auchamus compiled the court challenge report without personal knowledge of the allegations she made, nor was she present during the inspection. “It is simply not true that Ms !Auchamus […]

todayJanuary 6, 2025 9

Nam Elections 2024

Namibian Civil Society Non-State Actors Network Calls for Accountability After Election Irregularities

On behalf of The Namibian Civil Society Non-State Actors Network, Mahongora Kavihuha, has expressed concern over serious electoral irregularities in the November elections. The network, representing over 1,150 organizations, highlighted issues such as lack of transparency from the Electoral Commission of delays, and voting station mismanagement. NamNet has called for immediate accountability, including the resignation of the ECN or its removal by the President, and the establishment of a Commission […]

todayDecember 16, 2024 22

Nam Elections 2024

ECN Opens Nominations for Guinas Constituency By-Election Until December 21st

The Electoral Commision has announced that nominations for the Guinas Constituency by-election in Oshikoto Region are open until December 21 this year. Political parties and independent candidates must submit their nominations online or in person. ECN's De Wet Siluka expands:   Meanwhile in other election-related news: The Landless People's Movement SG told One Africa TV News journalist Josia Shigweda that they have received approval to inspect the electoral materials this […]

todayDecember 13, 2024 25

Nam Elections 2024

Swapo Secures Majority as Nandi-Ndaitwah Wins Presidency

The Electoral Commission officially declared the results of the this year's Presidential and National Assembly elections, with Swapo clinching 51 out of 96 seats. In the presidential race, Swapo’s Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah emerged victorious with 57.31%, while IPC's Dr. Panduleni Itula received 25.50%. Future Media News' Angie Scholtz sat down for an exclusive interview with President Nangolo Mbumba: Notable Swapo ministers losing their seats include Peya Mushelenga, Tom Alweendo, Itah Kandjii-Murangi, […]

todayDecember 4, 2024 37

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.

todayDecember 4, 2024 15

Nam Elections 2024

ECN Chair Responds to Opposition’s Legal Challenge Plans

  Electoral Commission board chairperson Elsie Nghikembua addressed the opposition's concerns on Sunday, stating that the commission will respond to the pushback from opposition parties at the appropriate time. This came after Independent Patriots for Change president Panduleni Itula announced the party's intention to pursue legal action regarding the outcome of the 2024 elections, regardless of IPC's victory. Here's UDF's Mabasen /Narib:  

todayDecember 2, 2024 50