Swapo presidential candidate rebounds after collapse at Otjiwarongo rally

Swapo presidential candidate rebounds after collapse at Otjiwarongo rally

After collapsing at a rally over the weekend, Swapo’s presidential candidate, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, faced public doubts about her leadership ability. However, she appeared resilient today while speaking at the Swapo Party manifesto discussions in the capital.

October 28, 2024 88

Namibia

SWAPO’s Sophia Shaningwa Warns “Witches” to Stop Targeting Party’s Presidential Candidate

South West Africa People's Organization's Secretary General Sophia Shaningwa warned those allegedly targeting presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to stop interfering, calling her “chosen by God and by men.” Speaking at a SWAPO rally in Otjiwarongo, Shaningwa dismissed rumors of Nandi-Ndaitwah fainting, urging an end to negative predictions about her health. Deputy Secretary General Uahekua Herunga reassured supporters that Nandi-Ndaitwah is in good health.

October 28, 2024 16

Namibia

Venaani Criticizes Nandi-Ndaitwah for Silence on Corruption Allegations

Popular Democratic Movement president McHenry Venaani has criticized Swapo presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah for consistently remaining silent on allegations of corruption. He further accused the vice president and Swapo of routinely shielding corrupt practices. Venaani made these remarks during the PDM's petition handover yesterday, protesting the Electoral Commission of Namibia's decision to award the ballot paper printing tender for the upcoming election to Johannesburg-based company Ren-Form CC.

October 23, 2024 13

Namibia

Swapo promises 250,000 jobs for youth

With Namibia facing high unemployment levels and political parties ramping up their campaign efforts to sway voters, the Swapo Party’s presidential candidate, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has announced that the party has allocated over N$80 billion to create more than 250,000 jobs for unemployed youth in the country over the next five years.

October 22, 2024 46

Oshiwambo

Eindilo la Shipwiikineni navakwo lakupulwashi komangu

Omangu yopombada onghela oya kupulashi endilo latulwamo koshilyo shongudu yo Swapo Reinhold Shipwikineni navakwao va 3 nota ipopi kutya oshibofa shatulwamo inashilongekidwa nawa pamango. Etokolo ola layadjwa onghela ongula omo ovalipataneki aveshe vopavali vali vakalelwapo paveta kovakalelipo vavo vopaveta. Shipwikineni opamwe novakufimbinga vakwao moshikumungu ovali vatulamo eindilo loku kaleka opo etokolo lokuulika omukalelipo wongudu yo SWAPO, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, li kalekwe manga, pefimbo kwa teelelika kukakale kwakufwa ombinga momahoololo oupresident twa […]

October 15, 2024 9

Namibia

Swapo Party announces electoral college results

The Swapo Party convened its much-anticipated electoral college, commonly referred to as the "pot," over the weekend. Approximately 600 delegates, including members of parliament and the party's central committee, participated in the process to elect candidates for the upcoming National Assembly election scheduled for November. Political Analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah weighed in on the electoral process, offering his opinion on the importance of the "pot" in shaping Swapo's political landscape. […]

September 9, 2024 323

Business / Economics

EU commits N$495 million to Namibia’s hydrogen infrastructure

The European Union has announced a contribution of 25 million euros, approximately N$495 million, to support infrastructure investments for Namibia's green hydrogen agenda. The announcement was made by European Commissioner for Energy, Kadri Simson, during the Global African Hydrogen Summit in Windhoek. Separately, speaking at the summit, Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah pointed to the country’s rich deposits of minerals essential for clean technologies, alongside its abundant wind and […]

September 5, 2024 40

Namibia

Vice President Nandi-Ndaitwah meets with the forum of German-speaking Namibians

Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, in her capacity as the SWAPO Party's presidential candidate, recently met with the Forum of German-speaking Namibians. The forum's chairperson, Harald Hecht, expressed gratitude for the continued dialogue and said the forum remains committed to contributing to the country's well-being. Hecht said that the forum, driven by a sense of civil responsibility and loyalty to Namibia, seeks to participate in the nation's public life. Hecht […]

August 19, 2024 44

Namibia

Mining Sector Boosts Revenue and Employment

Vice President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced at the mining expo in Windhoek that the mining industry’s contribution to government revenue surged from N$ 4.4 billion in 2022 to N$ 6.8 billion in 2023. Mining remains the top sector for job creation in Namibia. She emphasized the benefits of refining domestic oil to lower costs and highlighted Namibia's significant uranium production, which is driving new projects. Nandi-Ndaitwah also noted progress in local […]

August 8, 2024 16