insert_link 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. today23 April, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Ndumba Kamwanya’s Insights on Veterans and the Upcoming Elections In a recent address, Ndumba Kamwanya shed light on the potential influence of P.L.A.N Veterans, also known as SWAPO Veterans, on the upcoming elections. Kamwanya expressed uncertainty regarding the extent to which these groups' demands would shape election outcomes, citing the presence of numerous splinter factions within the Planned Veterans community. A notable aspect of the discussion was the varied affiliations of these groups with the ruling party, Swapo. While […] today18 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia Vice President Addresses Severe Drought Concerns, Pledges Mitigation Efforts Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah underscores the Namibian government's commitment to devising strategies to alleviate the impact of the ongoing drought. Speaking at a Swapo Party central committee meeting, she expressed deep concern over the lack of significant rainfall, highlighting the imminent threat to both people and livestock. With poor rainfall projections, Namibia anticipates a dire agricultural harvest, mirroring challenges faced by neighboring SADC countries like Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, which […] today12 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia SWAPO Members Advocate for Extraordinary Congress Despite Constitutional Clarification SWAPO backbencher Jerry Ekandjo and former works ministry permanent secretary Peter Mwatile recently met with SWAPO vice president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to advocate for the party to convene an extraordinary congress. This move comes despite the party's clarification, conveyed by its lawyer Sisa Namandje, that SWAPO's constitution does not explicitly mandate an extraordinary congress to be held three months after the death of a sitting president. today10 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia Local Political Analyst weighs in on A Resident Who Expressed Frustration at Mix Settlement During Swapo Rally During a recent Swapo rally where central committee member Tobie Aupindi addressed residents, tensions escalated when a frustrated resident from Mix settlement expressed concerns, both verbally and physically, directed at Swapo branch coordinator, Bonifatius Munango. Local Political Analyst Rui Tyitende provided insights into the incident. Ndumba Kamwanya also a local political analyst had this to say. today8 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia Kadiva Hamutumwa elected President of NEKA The Namibian Exile Kids Association's Annual General Meeting has elected Kadiva Hamutumwa as its new president, with Sackey Nendongo as deputy and Elisabeth Nghitende as Secretary-General, assisted by Simubali Simubali. The elections, held in Otjiwarongo over the weekend, saw Hamutumwa receiving 125 votes, while her opponent and former President Rauna Amutati received only four votes. Here is Kadiva Hamutumwa. today2 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia SWAPO’s Debt to Chinese Construction Firm Raises Concerns SWAPO, the ruling party, owes a Chinese construction company tasked with building its headquarters in Windhoek more than N$100 million. There are ongoing concerns regarding the transparency of spending for the project, which is estimated to be over N$1 billion. Unik Construction Engineering, the firm awarded the tender for the construction, ceased work last year after SWAPO failed to settle its bills. today28 March, 2024
insert_link Oshiwambo Omupresitend Nangolo Mbumba okwa pyakudhukwa okuyamukula koshipotha sho Fishrot Omupresitend Nangolo Mbumba okwati okwa pyakudhukwa okugandja uumbangi mompangu ngele okwiithanwa aka yamukule koshipotha sho Fishrot,shoka sha kwatelamo aanamadhina mongundu ye yo SWAPO. Mbumba okwali ta yamukula kepulo lyomunaapalamende McHerry Veenani megumbo lyopashigwana ohela ,pethimbo lyo SONA kungele okwa pyakudhukwa okuyamukula nenge okugandja uumbangi moshipotha shuukengeleledhi woodola oomilion. Mbuma kwali o chief administrator go SWAPO ,niilyo yilwe yongundu oya tindi omipopyo kutya ongundu yo SWAPO oya mona uuwanawa mo Fishrot. […] today15 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Swapo Party Resolves to Retain Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as Presidential Candidate Amidst Constitutional Turmoil In the aftermath of the passing of Swapo Party president Dr. Hage Geingob on February 4, 2024, the ruling party's central committee convened on Saturday, adopting resolutions to address the constitutional challenges ahead of the upcoming presidential elections. The CC decided that Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Swapo Party Vice President, will continue as the ruling party's presidential candidate for the forthcoming elections later this year. Additionally, the CC resolved that an extraordinary […] today11 March, 2024
