By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
NewsunplugNewsunplugNewsunplug
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Metro
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
  • Journal
Reading: Namibia elects first female President
Share
Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
Font ResizerAa
NewsunplugNewsunplug
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Metro
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
  • Journal
Search
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Metro
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Lifestyle
  • Journal
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
Newsunplug > Blog > News > Namibia elects first female President
News

Namibia elects first female President

Godson
Last updated: December 4, 2024 10:02 am
Godson Published December 4, 2024
Share
SHARE

Namibia’s ruling SWAPO party has been declared the winner of last week’s elections, paving the way for Vice-President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to become the country’s first woman president.

The electoral commission announced on Tuesday that Nandi-Ndaitwah secured over 57 percent of the vote, while the main opposition candidate, Panduleni Itula of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), garnered 25.5 percent.

The victory marks a continuation of SWAPO’s dominance since Namibia’s independence in 1990, but the election has been mired in controversy. The IPC has rejected the results, citing what it claims are “multitude of irregularities.”

Panduleni Itula, 67, said on Saturday, November 30, that his party would not recognize the election outcome. “The IPC shall not recognize the outcome of that election,” he stated, pledging to challenge the results through Namibia’s electoral processes.

The November 27 election faced significant logistical and technical issues, including a shortage of ballot papers and overheating electronic tablets used for voter registration. These challenges led to long delays, with some voters abandoning polling stations after waiting up to 12 hours.

The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) admitted to organizational failures but announced that nearly 77 percent of registered voters cast their ballots. Observers from an organization of southern African human rights lawyers claimed the delays were deliberate and widespread.

The election comes at a critical time for SWAPO, as other liberation-era parties in the region, such as South Africa’s African National Congress and Botswana’s Democratic Party, have faced declining support. Namibia, a major exporter of uranium and diamonds, struggles with high youth unemployment, which stands at 46 percent, nearly triple the national average.

Nandi-Ndaitwah, 72, a veteran SWAPO politician known by her initials NNN, becomes one of the few female leaders on the African continent. She campaigned on a platform of “economic diplomacy” and promised to create jobs by attracting investment.

Recognizable by her gold-framed glasses and often seen in the blue, red, and green colors of SWAPO and the national flag, Nandi-Ndaitwah emphasized her experience and wisdom during the campaign. As the conservative daughter of an Anglican pastor and a party stalwart, her ascent marks a historic moment for Namibia and a test of SWAPO’s ability to retain its influence amid rising discontent among younger voters.

 

You Might Also Like

Kwara prince, Lt Col Yusuf appointed ADC of President-elect Tinubu

Project refund: I owe you nothing – Tinubu tells Governor Wike

The Hottest Hairstyle at Fashion Week Is Not on the Runways

BREAKING: Aisha Buhari’s ADC Released, Reassigned To Force Headquarters, Others Regain Freedom

Fuel scarcity: We’ll supply only what we have – Oil marketers

Quick Link

  • My Bookmark
  • Interests
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Index
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Print
What do you think?
Love0
Sad0
Happy0
Sleepy0
Angry0
Dead0
Wink0

Recent Posts

  • Victor Osimhen has already made Chelsea transfer feelings clear after Saudi Arabia decision
  • Vinicius Jr set to extend Real Madrid contract until 2030, earning €20m per season – reports
  • Kizz Daniel retrieves rights to his debut album ‘New Era’ from G-Worldwide
  • Saka to feature in much-changed England team against Senegal
  • Lamine Yamal’s Brother Is in Attendance for the Nations League Final!

Recent Comments

No comments to show.

Categories

  • ES Money
  • U.K News
  • The Escapist
  • Insider
  • Science
  • Technology
  • LifeStyle
  • Marketing

About US

We influence 20 million users and is the number one business and technology news network on the planet.
Quick Link
  • My Bookmark
  • Interests
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Index
Top Categories
  • My Bookmark
  • Interests
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Index

Subscribe US

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

[mc4wp_form]

Top Categories

  • Entertainment

Categories

  • ES Money
  • U.K News
  • The Escapist
  • Insider
  • Science
  • Technology
  • LifeStyle
  • Marketing

About US

We influence 20 million users and is the number one business and technology news network on the planet.
Quick Link
  • My Bookmark
  • Interests
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Index
Top Categories
  • My Bookmark
  • Interests
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Index

Subscribe US

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

[mc4wp_form]
© 2023 Newsunplug | All Rights Reserved.
adbanner
AdBlock Detected
Our site is an advertising supported site. Please whitelist to support our site.
Okay, I'll Whitelist
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?