Political parties, associations and independent candidates have wrapped up their final campaign rallies ahead of Wednesday's Regional Councils and Local Authorities Elections. 

Swapo Party President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on Namibia's young people to actively participate in strengthening the country's democracy, stressing that open dialogue, positive engagement and mutual understanding are essential to safeguarding the nation's political stability.

Tanzania's electoral commission on Saturday afternoon handed over an election certificate to Samia Suluhu Hassan, a ceremony that cements her Presidency amid protests that have crippled the country.

China's Ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping has outlined Beijing's latest political, economic, and diplomatic agenda, covering outcomes of the Communist Party's recent plenary session.  

It also includes new commitments on women's development and China's evolving role in global governance.

The Gambia's government says former President Yaya Jammeh will be subjected to legal processes, including an investigation if or when he returns to the country.

The Republican Party (RP) says it is not opposed to the government or the Swapo Party.

Its leader, Henk Mudge, told President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House that the RP's focus remains on practical, fact-based politics rather than emotional debates.

The Body of Christ Party (BCP) agrees on the urgent need to pass the Land Bill as a first step toward addressing landlessness in Namibia. 

Its president, Festus Thomas, said the tabling of the bill is timely, given the eagerness of all stakeholders to tackle socio-economic challenges. 

The Association for Localised Interest (ASOLI) has reaffirmed its commitment to put people over politics as it gears up for the upcoming Local Authority Elections.

 Speaking during a media briefing, ASOLI President Joseph Kauandenge expressed deep concern over the high levels of poverty in Namibia.

The Swapo Party launched its 2025 Regional Councils and Local Authority Elections campaign at the Kuisebmond stadium in Walvis Bay. 

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah used the occasion to call for unity, accountability, and stronger local service delivery.

Political Analyst Marius Kudumo, while weighing in on the death sentence of former President Joseph Kabila, noted that the ruling marks a first in SADC.

 Dr. Kudumo believes that such matters should be determined by an impartial and competent court of law rather than a military tribunal.