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ZAMBIA RESUMES VOTE COUNTING AFTER SUSPENSION

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The Electoral Commission of Zambia has lifted the suspension of vote counting after concerns of security and threats to some poll agents. 

All was going on well until some candidates declared themselves winners. 

ECN CANDIDATES OUTLINE ELECTION VISION

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The four shortlisted candidates for two commissioner positions on the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) have laid out their vision for stronger, more inclusive and more transparent elections during public interviews held today (Wed).

ECN dismisses claims of underpaid election officials

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 The Electoral Commission of Namibia has dismissed claims that election officials contracted for the 2025 Regional and Local Authority Elections were underpaid.

 In a statement issued, the elections regulator said all payments were processed in line with signed contracts and verified attendance records.

Swakopmund emerges as a growing economic hub

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The coastal town of Swakopmund has emerged as a growing economic hub, though some sectors remain seasonal.

And according to the Swakopmund Business Chamber, better planning and improved services have ensured success.

ECN and CRAN sign agreement to promote informed citizen participation

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The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) and the Communication Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) signed a collaboration agreement reaffirming the importance of fostering informed citizen participation and democratic governance. 

The MoU was signed in Windhoek today. 

ECN seeks court intervention over misallocated Rundu council seat

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The Electoral Commission of Namibia has asked the Electoral Court to overturn a decision that led to the wrong allocation of a council seat in the Rundu Local Authority elections.

The ECN said a returning officer made an error when announcing the final allocation of seats.

PDM praises electoral commission for improved election management

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The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has commended the Electoral Commission of Namibia for improvements in the management of the recent elections.

The party, however, expressed concern over 'serious delays' in the release of results.

Swapo regains lead in Zambezi Region

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The Swapo Party has strengthened its political hold in the Zambezi Region by retaining three constituencies it lost in the last Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections.

NBC chief praises staff for election coverage

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The Director General of the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) has commended the staff for a job well done in keeping the nation informed and up to date as the Regional Council and Local Authority Elections unfolded.