insert_link Namibian Elections 2024 SADC sees regional decline in support for liberation movements The Swapo party has retained power in Namibia's recent elections, but it recorded its weakest performance since independence in 1990. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has made history as the country’s first female president. Swapo secured 51 of 96 parliamentary seats, garnering 53.4% of the vote—a sharp decline from the 65.5% it achieved in 2019. The party’s reduced majority reflects growing public frustration over unemployment, corruption, and inequality. The Independent Patriots for Change […] todayDecember 4, 2024 27
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 IPC Calls for Citizen Action to Expose Election Irregularities The Independent Patriots for Change is urging citizens to document any irregularities they witness during the 2024 elections, sharing evidence with the party to help restore the integrity of Namibia's democracy. In a statement, IPC highlighted multiple issues, including the unreported total number of ballots cast and the fact that only 160,000 votes have been counted so far. The party claims that thousands of ballots remain locked away as polling […] todayDecember 4, 2024 19
insert_link 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 14
insert_link 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 46
insert_link Namibia IPC’s Panduleni Itula Says Namibia Is At A Crossroads Ahead of Elections The Independent Patriots for Change presidential candidate Dr Panduleni Itula, said Namibia is at the crossroads, that will determine where the citizens will be after the election. todayNovember 25, 2024 49
insert_link Namibian Elections 2024 IPC Denies British Funding Allegations And Pledges Inclusive Governance The Independent Patriots for Change has dismissed claims of being funded by the British government, labeling them as "Swapo propaganda." IPC general secretary Christine !Aochamus accused Swapo of spreading false narratives. Meanwhile, IPC leader Panduleni Itula stated at a Walvis Bay campaign event that, if victorious in the National Assembly elections, he would form a merit-based Cabinet inclusive of individuals from other political parties. todayNovember 18, 2024 10
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVEIW: Ndumba Kamwanya Analyzes Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s International Lead in Early Election Results As Namibia’s national election draws closer, political analyst Ndumba Kamwanya has weighed in on the early results from the special vote, where SWAPO’s presidential candidate, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, secured a commanding 60% of the preliminary vote. Kamwanya acknowledges that while the early results offer a glimpse into the emerging trends, it is important not to read too much into them. Kamwanya points out that the special election electorate—comprised largely of […] todayNovember 15, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Phil Balhao Re-elected as Lüderitz Mayor With Swapo’s Josephine Heita Named Deputy Independent Patriots for Change's Phil Balhao has been re-elected as Lüderitz mayor, with Josephine Heita from Swapo appointed as deputy mayor. The new leadership commits to working together for the community’s progress in the coastal town. Balhao expressed gratitude when speaking with Future Media News. todayNovember 12, 2024 38
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 IPC Candidate Panduleni Itula Emphasizes Leadership as Serving the People’s Needs The Independent Patriots for Change presidential candidatePanduleni Itula, said Leadership is not about sitting offices but it is about understanding the needs of their people and having them at hearts. todayNovember 11, 2024 25