insert_link 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 15
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 Party Representatives Express Doubt in Electoral Commission’s Capabilities Party representatives at the Electoral Commission headquarters have expressed a lack of confidence in the commission following the continued issuance of new voter’s cards instead of duplicates. Landless People’s Movement addressed the media after a meeting with the commission and said the ECN informed them their voter registration system issued two voters with one voters registration number. Local Political Analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah with his opinion. todayNovember 27, 2024 43
insert_link Namibia LPM’s Mootu Criticizes Mid-Term Budget as “Missed Opportunity” Utaara Mootu of the Landless People's Movement criticized the mid-term budget, calling it insufficient for addressing the nation's pressing economic and social issues. She raised concerns about delayed unemployment data, claiming it leaves voters uninformed. Mootu emphasized that housing, education, agriculture, electrification, and SME support require urgent, transformative action rather than continued promises. She concluded by urging the government to prioritize meaningful reforms that provide justice and dignity to citizens. […] todayOctober 31, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia The Landless People’s Movement Engages Opuwo Community With A Focus on Local Benefits The Landless People's Movement recently held a public engagement meeting in Opuwo on October 19, aimed at connecting with community members and introducing their presidential candidate. This event attracted approximately 300 attendees, reflecting a strong local interest in the movement's initiatives and political programs. The party's Duminga Ndala emphasized the party's commitment to ensuring that the local population benefits from resources discovered in their regions. todayOctober 21, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia LPM responds to Amushelelo’s resignation The Landless People's Movement has responded to Michael Amushelelo's resignation from the party, as he rejoined the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters. LPM spokesperson Lifalaza Simataa said that Amushelelo's resignation, made via social media, bypassed formal channels. Meanwhile, the Electoral Commission of Namibia has announced that all the independent presidential candidates have been rejected from participating in the upcoming presidential elections for not meeting the requirements while 15 candidates […] todayOctober 17, 2024 53
insert_link Namibia ECN sets up registration points for inmates With less than two weeks until the general voter's registration for the November 27 election ends, the Landless People’s Movement (LPM) has called for increased voter education and better inclusion of the inmate population. However, De Wet Siluka, spokesperson for the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN), responded by highlighting the Commission's efforts to address these concerns. "We would like to acknowledge the correspondents from the Landless People’s Movement. While acknowledging […] todayJuly 23, 2024 65
insert_link Namibia Education Ministry condemns Minna Sachs protest The parents of learners at Minna Sachs Primary School on Monday took action by blocking the school gates today. They are protesting what they claim to be the unfair and procedural appointment of the new school principal. The Executive Director of the Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, has condemned the development, describing it as unacceptable. "It is with utter dismay and a deep sense of disappointment that […] todayJuly 22, 2024 51
insert_link Namibia Landless People’s Movement is set to host its Public Meeting On 13 July The Landless People's Movement is set to host its Public Meeting tomorrow 13 July in Windhoek. The party's Lifalaza Simataa. The party spokesman also spoke on Michael Amushelelo. todayJuly 12, 2024 34
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Political Analyst Ndumba Kamwanya on Michael Amushelelo’s Move to LPM In a recent development shaking up Namibia's political landscape, activist Michael Amushelelo has announced his intention to join the Landless People's Movement (LPM), a move that has sparked both intrigue and speculation. Amushelelo's decision, made without the backing of his former party, has drawn attention to LPM, currently the third-largest political entity in Namibia behind SWAPO and PDM. To dissect the implications of this move, we turn to Professor […] todayJuly 12, 2024 27