The election and subsequent ascension to power of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah have given new credence to women in politics in Africa.

In Zambia, female presidents of opposition political parties are equally optimistic that Dr Nandi-Ndaitwah has set a new path for women in politics. 

The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) will hold by-elections in four constituencies by June of this year.

The positions became vacant following the swearing-in of four councillors as members of the National Assembly last week.