Some residents of Ombika Location in the Etosha National Park have expressed their hopelessness for a better future ahead of the elections next week. 

They as their forefathers have resided in the park for centuries.

In Namibia's rural communities, where access to essential services remain limited, the upcoming elections represent a crucial opportunity to determine their future.

For years, residents of Aranos have felt the weight of neglect and underdevelopment, despite the country's visible progress in other areas.

The San communities of Epinga Village in the Omundaungilo Constituency of the Ohangwena Region are ready for elections. 

They said voting is their democratic right, and they would like to elect a leadership that will work on addressing their plights and alleviating poverty among their people.

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. 

Swanu of Namibia has declared its readiness for the upcoming elections despite internal conflicts. 

The Namibian Exile Kids Association (NEKA) has embarked on initiatives aiming at mobilising its members to register and participate in the upcoming elections.

The low number of eligible voters registering to vote in the November elections continues to be a cause for concern.

The 25th Ordinary Meeting of the Ministerial Committee of the Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation in Windhoek this week is expected to discuss matters pertaining to the region's security as well as sending troops to countries in conflict.