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

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 […]

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Nam Elections 2024

President Mbumba Calls for Unity Ahead of Elections

President Nangolo Mbumba, in his message ahead of Namibia's 8th Presidential and National Assembly Elections, called on all Namibians to vote in large numbers and uphold democratic traditions. He highlighted the importance of peaceful, fair, and free elections, recalling the country’s 34-year democratic history. The first citizen expressed gratitude to the late President Hage Geingob and urged citizens to participate calmly and respectfully. The head of state, in addition, […]

November 26, 2024 11

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SADC Electoral Observation Mission for Namibia’s 2024 Elections

12 November 2024, Gaborone, Botswana: In line with the revised SADC Principles and Guidelines Governing Democratic Elections (2021), the Southern African Development Community (SADC) will observe Namibia’s upcoming Presidential and National Assembly Elections on November 27, 2024. The SADC Electoral Observation Mission (SEOM) will oversee the pre-election phase, polling day, and post-election processes to ensure they align with democratic principles such as transparency, fairness, and credibility. The SEOM […]

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