insert_link Namibia Swapo Party Aims to Reclaim Two-Thirds Majority Lost in 2019 Elections Secretary General Sophia Shaningwa of the ruling Swapo Party expressed the party's goal to regain the two-thirds majority it lost in the 2019 general elections. At a mini rally in Tuhingireni informal settlement, Shaningwa highlighted the historical support from the Kavango regions and emphasized the importance of mobilizing voters for the upcoming elections in June and November 2024. Additionally, she advocated for the revival of green schemes in Kavango East […] todayMay 10, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia Financial Constraints Stifle SWAPO’s Plans for Extraordinary Congress SWAPO faces financial hurdles preventing the organization of an extraordinary congress aimed at electing a new party president following the death of Hage Geingob. While some members pursue legal avenues for a leadership change, the endorsement of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah without a congress sparks allegations of constitutional violations. Internal documents reveal SWAPO's financial woes, with the party admitting a lack of funds necessary for the congress. Despite previous lavish spending on […] todayMay 7, 2024 10
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 11
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. todayApril 23, 2024 27
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 […] todayApril 18, 2024 10
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 […] todayApril 12, 2024 8
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. todayApril 10, 2024 13
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. todayApril 8, 2024 33
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. todayApril 2, 2024 85
