insert_link Namibia Confusion at Independence Stadium as Tents Are Dismantled PACKING UP: At Windhoek’s Independence Stadium, the initial venue for today’s planned Independence celebration and inauguration of incoming president Netumbo Nadi-Ndaitwah, pitched tents are being dismantled. Law enforcement has told News on One that it’s unclear what is going to happen today at the stadium, if anything, taking into account that the event was moved to the State House yesterday due to expected thunderstorms. Despite this, members of the public […] today21 March, 2025
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 Ekandjo Slams Swapo VP Freeze as Unconstitutional Swapo veteran Jerry Ekandjo has condemned the party's central committee decision to suspend the vice president position until 2027, calling it unconstitutional. Speaking to One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Josia Shiwedha, Ekandjo criticized the move, which comes after the committee endorsed Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the sole presidential candidate for the upcoming extraordinary congress on Thursday. Last night's bulletin is now on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights at 7 you are free to […] today4 March, 2025
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 Itula Acknowledges Supreme Court Ruling but Questions ECN’s Interpretation Independent Patriots for Change leader Panduleni Itula says the party accepts the Supreme Court's decision to dismiss the bid to nullify last year’s presidential and parliamentary elections. However, speaking to local media, Itula emphasized that while they respect the ruling, they do not necessarily agree with the Electoral Commission interpretation of the law. He urged supporters to move forward and called for a critical review of country's electoral laws. today4 March, 2025
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 IPC Acknowledges Supreme Court Ruling on Election Extension In this report by One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Eric Mhunduru, the Independent Patriots for Change has accepted the Supreme Court’s decision upholding the Electoral Commission of Namibia and President Nangolo Mbumba’s move to extend voting days for the November 2024 elections. IPC President, Dr. Panduleni Itula, expressed disappointment with the ruling, stating that while the party feels aggrieved as a democratic institution, it will respect the rule of law like […] today1 March, 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 Dr. Sam Nujoma Maxuilili’s Daughter Criticizes Swapo’s Headquarters Location Julia Maxuilili, daughter of the late Nathaniel Maxuilili, expressed her disapproval of Swapo’s decision to build its headquarters next to Katutura State Hospital. Speaking to One Africa Tv NewsOnOne’s Josia Shiweda, she stated that her father, a prominent Swapo member who passed away in 1999, would not have supported the move. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. And weeknights at 7, you can watch on GoTv 84, DSTv 284 […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: LPM’s Lifalaza Simataa Criticizes SEOM Report’s Impact The Landless People's Movement (LPM) has raised concerns about the effectiveness and impact of observer mission reports, particularly those conducted by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Electoral Observation Mission (SEOM). According to LPM’s Lifalaza Simataa, such reports often lack enforcement mechanisms and fail to hold electoral bodies accountable for discrepancies in elections. Simataa expressed skepticism regarding the weight these reports carry beyond their written mandates, arguing that governing bodies […] today17 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia Farmworker Evicted After 41 Years, Sparking Land Justice Outcry A 61-year-old farmworker, Gerson "Gearbox" Sani Danab, has been evicted from Farm Aandrus in the Khomas Region after 41 years of service, sparking outrage over farmworker rights and land dispossession. Activists Shaun Gariseb and Verona !Kharuxas are calling for urgent government intervention as concerns grow over generational labor exploitation and unfair land ownership practices. You can find the extended interview on futuremedia.com.na today17 February, 2025
insert_link Dr. Sam Nujoma Government Allocates half a Million Per Region for Nujoma Memorials The government has allocated N$500,000 to each region for commemorative memorial services honoring the late President Samuel Daniel Shafiishuna Nujoma. According to the Office of the Prime Minister, regional governors will oversee the ceremonies and ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Act. While there were hopes of transporting Nujoma’s remains nationwide, the government confirmed that a State Memorial Service will be held at his birthplace, Etunda in Omusati Region. today17 February, 2025
