Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has reminded Namibians of the importance of voting, saying it's a fundamental right that is a crucial aspect of democracy because it influences policy decisions, ensures accountability, and contributes to a more just and equitable society.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was among the first to cast her vote at the Emma Hoogenhout Primary School polling station in Windhoek this morning, with a call to all registered voters to use the day for its intended purpose.
In Maltahöhe in the Hardap Region, queues have been decreasing as the day progressed.
A resident, Dennes Vries urged the elected leaders to improve the living conditions of citizens.
Voters at Keetmanshoop have commended the electoral body for a smooth election process.
Keetmanshoop Mayor Annelize Knaus commended the team for their competency.
"Vote for your wellbeing" – a call for action by voters, emphasising that voting is a powerful way to influence the policies that shape one's livelihood.
An NBC News crew in the capital followed the voting process in the busy suburbs of some Katutura informal settlements.
Counting ballots is underway in Malawi following the general elections that took place on Tuesday.
Malawi's electoral body chairperson, Annabel Mtalikanja, announced that all polling stations closed at 20:00 last night and counting is underway at polling stations across the country.
Senior citizens were the dominant demographic at the start of voting in the Kamanjab Constituency by-elections today.
While voter turnout in more remote areas was hampered by inaccessible roads in flooded areas, those who turned up called for tangible development in their areas.
The election for the next bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in the Republic of Namibia got off to a smooth start this morning at the Ebenhaeser Parish in Keetmanshoop.
Of the 30 registered voters, only 22 cast their votes.
The Electoral Commission of Namibia will announce the first official results of the Presidential and National Assembly Elections later this evening.
With extended voting still going on at identified polling stations until nine o'clock this evening, Namibians had been keenly awaiting results.
A significant number of people cast their votes this morning at Okandjengedhi Community Hall and Onawa Kindergarten polling stations in the Oshana Region.
