Former LPM MP Henny Seibeb embraces Swapo, underline’s ruling party’s stability

Former LPM MP Henny Seibeb embraces Swapo, underline’s ruling party’s stability

Former deputy leader of the Landless People’s Movement (LPM) and member of Parliament, Henny Seibeb, has officially rejoined the Swapo Party. Seibeb, who was introduced to party members in his hometown of Khorixas, had recently left the LPM after the party moved to expel him from parliament. Seibeb told Future Media news about his confidence in the Swapo Party, describing it as a stable and structured organisation. “It’s a stable […]

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Oshiwambo

Henny Seibeb a wayimine ongundu yo SWAPO pambelewa

Ngoka kwali oshilyo shongundu yo LPM nokwali oshilyo shopaalamende Henny Seibeb, okwa shuna mongundu yo SWAPO pambelewa,nokuulikilwa iilyo yongundu ko Khorixas,hoka oko a yambuka. Seibeb okwa thigipo ongundu yo LPM,sho kwali ya thaneka oku mu kuthamo mopaalamende, Seibeb okwati o SWAPO oyili ongundu ya ngungumana,kayishi o mickey mouse party,nenge ongundu yomuntu ashike gumwe,yo kayishi ongundu yepangelo lyuundikayamukulwa. Tati Nongele owuna okwaahatsa kumwe,opena iikumungu niiputudhilo,noyina omilandu dha yela dhomaihumbato,uukomitiye woku […]

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Namibia

Final push for voter registration efforts underway

With August 1 being the final day for eligible Namibian citizens to register to vote and receive a voter’s card for the Presidential and National Assembly elections on November 27, we spoke with an economist about the importance of voter registration. According to Dr. Omu Kakujaha-Matundu, strong democracies often lead to stronger economies, making it key for everyone to participate. The general elections in Namibia are scheduled for […]

July 31, 2024 40

Namibia

Call for ECN to engage political stakeholders fairly

Political analyst Ndumba Kamwanya has raised alarms over the low voter registration numbers ahead of the upcoming election on November 27. Kamwanya criticised the involvement of Sophia Shaningwa, the Swapo party's secretary general, in the registration process, suggesting that her presence undermines trust and appears politically motivated. Kamwanya urged the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) to engage all political stakeholders to address these concerns. He emphasized the importance of increasing […]

July 17, 2024 48

Oshiwambo

Shaningwa okwati ongudu yo communist ya China no Swapo oda kala mekwatafano oku dja naleo

Hamushanga wo ngudu yo Swapo Sophia Shaningwa okwati ongudu ota itwikile noku kalekapo enghonopeko layo melongelo kumwe no ngudu yo Communist Party (CCP) ya China. Edi Shaningwa okwe di popya sha landula mokwaalukila meumbo oku dja molweendo loule wo shivike akala ko China , oko aliko pamwe no va kalelipo vo commiteee yo ngudumutima oku li kunda kombinga yo ipambele yo pa politika pokati koilongo yo pavali. Okwati ekwatafano longudu […]

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Namibia

Political Analyst talks SWAPO, the Current Election Campaigns, and the Utilization of its Former Presidents

In a recent discussion, political analyst Ndumba Kamwanya offered valuable insights into the dynamics of Namibian politics, particularly regarding the deployment of veteran leaders within the ruling party, SWAPO in their election campaigns. Kamwanya noted that while S.A's ANC has successfully deployed figures like former President Thabo Mbeki, a similar scenario is unlikely in Namibia.

April 23, 2024 30

Namibia

Swapo urges respectful tribute to late President Geingob

The Swapo party has issued a media release regarding President Nangolo Mbumba's declaration of a National Mourning Period for the late President Dr. Hage Geingob. Swapo expects Geingob to be remembered and respected appropriately. The party also expressed disappointment with members who made pronouncements about constitutional matters during the mourning period. Here is Local Political Analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah.

February 13, 2024 69

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Namibia

Swapo party begins leadership race after Geingob’s death

The death of President Hage Geingob has started a new leadership contest in the Swapo party. This has led to changes in important party positions, like vice president and president. The vice president's choice might show who could be the next leader after Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah. Swapo Secretary for Information and Mobilisation, Hilma Nicanor explains what’s next. Local Political Scientist Rui Tyitende weighs in on the matter.

February 6, 2024 48 2

Namibia

LGBTQ+ community reflects on Geingob’s position on same-sex bills

Local human rights activist, Linda Baumann has spoken to Future Media News about the protection and rights of the LGBTQ+ community under President Hage Geingob's leadership. President Geingob had expressed dissatisfaction with anti-same-sex marriage bills presented by Swapo parliamentarian Jerry Ekandjo in 2023, citing a lack of proper consultation within the party. Geingob assigned Minister Albert Kawana to clarify marriage laws in Namibia.

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