Special voting set for 24 November ahead of RC and LA elections

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In line with the Electoral Law, special voting is allowed for a certain category of voters to cast their votes outside the regular polling day.  

Special voting for the Regional Councils and Local Authorities Elections will be conducted on Monday, 24 November.

Nandi-Ndaitwah urges youth to strengthen Namibia’s democracy

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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.

SADC observers question fairness of Tanzania elections

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SADC observers of the Tanzania General Elections have reported that voters in many areas of the country were unable to freely express their will during the recently concluded general election. 

ECN urges stakeholder participation ahead of 2025 elections

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The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has noted important achievements in preparation for the 2025 Regional Councils and Local Authorities elections and has asked all stakeholders to be part of the democratic electoral process and ensure its integrity. 

SADC condemns violence in Madagascar

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The SADC Organ on Politics, Defence, and Security Cooperation says the region deeply regrets the loss of life, injuries, and property destruction resulting from the demonstrations in Madagascar.

Malawi begins ballot counting after general elections

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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.

ECN submits 2024 election performance and post-poll report

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The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has submitted the performance assessment and post-election report for the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly elections.

The report was presented in the National Assembly by the Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Phillipus Katamelo.

APRM highlights alarming youth unemployment trends

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The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) recently held an event at the Zambezi Regional Council to discuss the findings of a country review report focusing on youth unemployment in Namibia.