The National Democratic Party of Martin Lukato has secured a seat in the National Assembly.

Lukato's party has outperformed much larger parties that have failed to secure a single seat.

nbc News engaged Dr. Kudumo on his thoughts about the NDP.

Support for the various political parties and presidential candidates has been fluctuating in past elections.

In 2014, Swapo won with 86%, while the closest opposition contender managed 9%.

Namibians, particularly the youth have been embracing activism through public protests, against issues such as Gender-Based Violence.

Affected families and community members would protest at courts demanding that perpetrators not be granted bail.

Public Policy Analyst, Dr. Marius Kudumo is of the view that certain actions by the police constitute police brutality.

Dr. Kudumo was particularly referring to police actions during demonstrations.

The Director of Corporate Engagement and International Relations at UNAM, Dr. Marius Kudumo, says Namibian academics are excelling internationally despite the opinions of naysayers.

Dr. Kudumo says what the education sector needs to thrive is support from stakeholders.

One point six million Namibians continue to live in poverty, with the youth mostly affected and plagued by multiple socio-economic challenges.

These were some of the issues being discussed at the Ecumenical Youth Indaba, held in the capital.