insert_link Namibia Nashinge outlines IPC’s progress since formation Panduleni Itula, IPC President Photo: IPC website The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), founded in August 2020 after the 2019 presidential campaign by Panduleni Itula, is marking its fifth year as a parliamentary force in Namibia. According to party spokesperson Immanuel Nashinge, IPC has secured seats in the National Assembly, grown its local and regional influence, and introduced internal accountability systems. Since its founding, IPC has emerged as Namibia’s official […] today4 August, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: IPC Charts Next Steps After Five-Year Milestone The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has marked its upcoming fifth anniversary with a National Executive Committee meeting focused on charting the party’s way forward. Spokesman Immanuel Nashinge confirmed that senior party structures gathered from June 27th to 28th to reflect on the IPC’s performance since its formation, particularly the lessons from last year’s national parliamentary and presidential elections. Nashinge explained that the meeting assessed legal battles faced by the […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link Namibia Independent Patriots for Change Exec Reflects on Five Years and Plans Ahead The Independent Patriots for Change convened their National Executive Committee to reflect on their five-year journey and the outcomes of last year’s elections. According to spokesperson Imms Nashinge, the meeting also addressed legal challenges and is paving the way for a strategic approach to the upcoming local elections and party constitutional amendments aimed at long-term growth. today30 June, 2025
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 LPM Officially Joins IPC Election Court Battle The Electoral Court has ruled that the Landless People’s Movement can join the Independent Patriots for Change in its legal bid to challenge the 2024 National Assembly election. Judges ruled in favor after no opposition was raised against LPM’s application to co-apply in the case. LPM's Lifalaza Robert-Prince Simataa: In the same sitting, Simataa raised this serious concern: today24 February, 2025
insert_link 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 […] today8 January, 2025
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 […] today4 December, 2024
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 […] today4 December, 2024
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. today4 December, 2024
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: today2 December, 2024
