Swapo Party Vice Presidential candidate Pohamba Shifeta has dismissed reports that he intends to withdraw from the race, as false.

Shifeta says he has overwhelming support among delegates, which he says is a clear testimony of a call upon him to serve the country.

The recent increase in wildlife crimes in the country remains a concern to the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism. 

A total of 55 rhinos have been poached between January and August this year, an increase of 11 cases compared to last year.