insert_link 2 Namibia Afrobarometer addresses the role of social media in political campaigns Despite over 55% of Namibians relying on social media for news and information, most political parties in the country lack a significant presence on these platforms. According to Round 9 of the Afrobarometer survey, this is concerning given the upcoming elections, as social media can be a valuable tool for parties to reach and communicate with their supporters. Local Political Analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah weighs in on the matter. According […] todayMay 21, 2024 49 2
insert_link Science & Technology Google prepares election policy roll-out worldwide Google has confirmed it is restricting the types of election-related questions users can ask its Artificial Intelligence chatbot Gemini. The company says the policy has already been rolled out in India, which will hold elections starting in April. A spokesperson for Google told the BBC that the latest move was part of plans announced last year around its approach to elections. Elections are due to be held in countries around […] todayMarch 13, 2024 23
insert_link Business / Economics Development economist says SA’s budget lacks political will With South Africa's Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana presenting the country's budget yesterday, development economist Dr. Nthabiseng Moleko shared with Newzroom Afrika that the budget has shifted its focus towards accounting and fund allocation. Meanwhile at home, the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises has set aside 28 February 2024, for the tabling of the 2024/2025 budget. Salomo Hei the Managing Director at High Economic Intelligence says because it’s an […] todayFebruary 22, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia IPPR calls for youth involvement in 2024 election The Institute for Public Policy Research has warned that unless young people can be persuaded to take an interest in local politics, the country is likely to see a low election turnout. Here’s IPPR executive director Graham Hopwood with more. todayFebruary 19, 2024 30
insert_link Namibia Electoral Act compliance remains incomplete Institute for Public Policy Research Associate, Frederico Links says that Namibia has not fully implemented the provisions of the 2014 Electoral Act, specifically those addressing political party finances. todayFebruary 1, 2024 68