insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Political Analyst Professor Ndumba Kamwanya Weighs in on Electricity Control Board (ECB) and Election Frequency In a recent interview, esteemed political analyst and professor, Ndumba Kamwanya, shared his views on the notion of holding elections annually. The discussion, brought to light the complexities and potential drawbacks of such frequent electoral processes. Election Costs and Complexity Professor Kamwanya firmly stated, "I don't agree that we should hold elections every year. Elections themselves are very costly and complex to conduct." He emphasized the financial and logistical burdens […] todayJuly 4, 2024 6
insert_link Namibia Government Allocates N$365 Million to Subsidize Electricity, Cancels Tariff Increase Amid public pressure, the government has decided to allocate N$365 million to subsidize electricity consumers for the 2024/25 financial year, maintaining the current tariff of N$1.98 per kilowatt-hour instead of increasing it to N$2.14. The decision, announced after consultations led by Minister of Mines and Energy Thomas Alweendo with the Electricity Control Board. Shaun Gariseb of Katutura's Residents Committee spoke with us. Political Analyst and Professor Ndumba Kamwanya also […] todayJuly 4, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia UNam Professor talks electricity tariffs and potential voter sentiments Recent statements by Professor Ndumba Kamwanya regarding the increase in electricity tariffs, shed light on potential voter sentiments as Namibia nears its elections. He expressed doubts about the Electricity Control Board's recent announcement, suggesting its potential impact on election outcomes. Meanwhile, Shaun Gariseb, a member of the Katutura Residents Committee, announced plans to mobilize an online petition. todayJune 28, 2024 12
insert_link Namibia Political Analyst Assesses Governance in Namibia Focusing on SWAPO Administration Professor Ndumba Kamwanya, a political analyst, examined the governance landscape in Namibia, with a specific focus on the performance of the SWAPO government. He offered insights into the correlation between election years and the fulfillment of developmental pledges. todayMay 17, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia Dr. Ndumba Kamwanya Explores Impact of Graduate Unemployment on Election Dynamics Political expert and academic, Dr. Ndumba Kamwanya, delves deeper into a pivotal factor molding the forthcoming elections: the issue of graduate unemployment. Reflecting on past electoral cycles, Dr. Kamwanya underscores the significant sway of job shortages, especially among young voters, on the political arena. todayMay 3, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia EXCLUSIVE: The Impact of Graduate Unemployment on Elections: Insights from Political Analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanya In a recent interview, political analyst and professor Dr. Ndumba Kamwanya shed light on a critical aspect shaping the upcoming elections: graduate unemployment. Drawing from the lessons of the 2019 and 2020 elections, Dr. Kamwanya emphasized the profound influence of job scarcity, particularly on the youth demographic, on the political landscape. Historically, voting patterns often reflected allegiance to political parties based on their established legacy and reputation. However, recent elections […] todayMay 3, 2024 8
insert_link Namibia Households Grapple with Soaring Fuel and Electricity Costs Amid Economic Strain Political Analyst and Professor Ndumba Kamwanya Urges Action for Unemployment to be declared as a crisis. With Namibia standing at close to 60% of persons between 18 and 34 being unemployed, political analyst Wade Henckert weighs in on what this means if the official opposition Popular Democratic Movement does not push for it to be declared a national crisis before elections? todayMay 2, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia Political analyst shares his perspective on the potential for large-scale protests within Namibian universities Political analyst and professor Ndumba Kamwanya shared his perspective on the potential for large-scale protests within Namibian universities for challenges such as unemployment, corruption or simply rental prices for students within the city. Kamwanya has this to say. todayApril 29, 2024 25
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Analyzing Namibian Universities and the Unlikelihood of Protests: Insights from Political Analyst and Professor Ndumba Kamwanya Political analyst and professor Ndumba Kamwanya shared his perspective on the potential for large-scale protests within Namibian universities. Contrary to the tumultuous scenes witnessed in other parts of the world, Kamwanya suggests that such protests are unlikely to occur within the academic institutions of Namibia. Reflecting on the current state of Namibian higher education, Kamwanya emphasized that Namibian universities lack the fertile ground for the emergence of significant social movements. […] todayApril 29, 2024 7
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
