insert_link Nam Elections 2024 Experts Weigh In On Nationwide Rallies This Weekend Political parties ranging from SWANU to the ruling SWAPO party and official opposition PDM had rallies the country over this past weekend. Activist Herbert Jauch gave us his observation. Also sharing her thoughts is the PR and Marketing Manager at Social Enabled Education Namibia: Kristine Shetunyenga- today25 November, 2024
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 /Khomas Police Gear Up For Elections With Wednesday 27 November being marked as the day for the Presidential and National Assembly elections, preparations are underway to ensure public safety and a well-executed day for these activities across the country. From the /Khomas region's police is Deputy Commissioner Crispin Mubebo: today25 November, 2024
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 INTERVIEW: Herbert Jauch on the Latest Election Rallies As Namibia approaches its crucial election, political rallies have taken center stage, with parties across the spectrum trying to mobilize voters. Activist Herbert Jauch weighed in on the recent wave of rallies held by political parties ranging from SWANU to SWAPO and the official opposition, PDM. According to Jauch, the rallies reflect a growing urgency, especially among the major parties, to make significant promises and engage the youth. He pointed […] today25 November, 2024
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 SADC Election Observers Arrive in Namibia for November Polls The Electoral Commissions Forum of SADC Countries has deployed a mission to Namibia to observe the Presidential and National Assembly elections on November 27. The 37-member delegation, led by Hon. Justice Priscilla Chigumba of Zimbabwe, includes representatives from nine SADC nations and two from West Africa for peer learning. Based in Windhoek’s Mercure Hotel, the mission will assess Namibia's electoral process, ensuring transparency and impartiality. A preliminary statement will follow […] today21 November, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Digital Expert Nrupesh Soni on Influencers and Elections Nov 20, 2024, 8:45 AM In an age where digital platforms dominate, influencers and content creators are emerging as critical players in shaping political discourse, especially among younger voters. Digital expert Nrupesh Soni recently shared his insights into this growing phenomenon, particularly its impact on elections in Namibia. Soni highlighted a notable shift in how young people consume information. "The way information is consumed currently by most of the youth […] today20 November, 2024
insert_link Namibian Elections 2024 SADC to Observe Namibia’s 2024 Elections The Southern African Development Community has confirmed its Electoral Observation Mission for Namibia’s upcoming Presidential and National Assembly Elections on November 27. The SEOM will oversee the elections to ensure they adhere to democratic principles of fairness, transparency, and credibility. The mission will begin its work with refresher training for observers, starting November 15, and will include key assessments of Namibia’s political and security environments, the legal framework, and […] today14 November, 2024
insert_link Namibian Elections 2024 /Khomas Leads Special Voter Turnout Amid Ballot Shortages The Electoral Commission's Chairperson Elsie Nghikembwa reported that /Khomas recorded the highest special voter turnout yesterday, though the process faced issues like ballot shortages, long queues, and delays. The unexpectedly high turnout among security personnel contributed to the shortage. Despite these challenges, Nghikembwa noted that the voting proceeded smoothly overall.The commission's: De Wet Siluka. today14 November, 2024
insert_link Local NAMPU Demands That ECN Stop Harassing Journalists at The Polls The Namibia Professionals’ Union (NAMPU) demands that the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) immediately cease its harassment and obstruction of journalists covering the elections at the Van Rhyn polling station. Journalists must be allowed to perform their work freely and without interference. Currently, journalists are hungry, their phones are flat, and they have been denied the freedom to move in and out of polling stations. This obstruction is unacceptable, as […] today14 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia 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 […] today13 November, 2024
