The Namibian Police has assured the public that stringent security measures will be in place for the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly Elections. 

Some political party representatives who accompanied the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) to Johannesburg to observe the printing of ballot papers for the upcoming November elections have voiced concerns over the transparency of the process. 

Over three million ballot papers for the 27 November Presidential and National Assembly Elections arrived at the Hosea Kutako International Airport today.

As the elections draw closer, the national broadcaster has been training its staff members to be ready for election coverage.

Concerns about the potential postponement of the Presidential and National Assembly Elections have emerged because of alleged electoral uncertainty, particularly surrounding the controversy over the ballot printing tender and the integrity of the process.

The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) has raised concern about the transparency and credibility of the Electoral Commission of Namibia's (ECN) handling of the emergency procurement tender for printing ballot papers for the upcoming elections. 

At the United People's Movement's (UPM) manifesto launch by Jan van Wyk, it became clear that the party was divided into two, with each faction claiming to be in charge.

Despite a court order to reinstate expelled members of one of the factions, Van Wyk went ahead and launched the party manifesto.

The United Peoples Movement (UPM) announced that the party is committed to identifying and appointing God-fearing leaders who prioritise the interests of the Namibian people. 

The Swapo Party invited technocrats from various key industries in the country to engage with the public on the party's manifesto. 

The party held a public discussion on its election manifesto in Windhoek. 

The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has promised to address unemployment by allowing a business-friendly environment if elected into power. 

The party held a rally at Katima Mulilo on Sunday.