Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

Ndumba Kamwanya Weighs In On Nandi-Ndaitwah’s Early Lead

Here's the analysis form expert Ndumba Kamawanya on Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the SWAPO's presidential candidate, who is leading the national election with 60% of preliminary votes. Her lead is followed by IPC at 27% and AR at 6%. Nandi-Ndaitwah gained strong support from overseas voters but was surpassed by IPC’s Panduleni Itula in cities like London and Cape Town. Political Ananlyst: Ndumba Kamwanya firstly weighs in on Police votes: In […]

15 November, 2024

Namibia

Opposition Urges Swapo’s Nandi-Ndaitwah to Prioritize Health Amid Campaign Demands

Opposition parties have urged Swapo presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to prioritize her health, citing the demanding nature of campaigning. Nandi-Ndaitwah, who turns 72 today, fainted during a recent rally in Otjiwarongo but has denied any serious health issues. In a statement, she reassured the public that she is fine and committed to serving if elected. Nandi-Ndaitwah noted that the country cannot afford an unhealthy workforce due to productivity concerns. Popular […]

29 October, 2024

Namibia

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.

28 October, 2024

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.

28 October, 2024

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.

23 October, 2024

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.

22 October, 2024

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 […]

15 October, 2024

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. […]

9 September, 2024

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 […]

5 September, 2024