Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
Exclusive: Ghana's John Mahama on his planned presidential comeback
Namibia has officially opened its polls for the highly anticipated presidential and parliamentary elections.
Voting commenced at 7 a.m. local time (0500 GMT) and will continue until 9 p.m. (1900 GMT) on Wednesday, November 27.
This election is particularly notable as Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the ruling SWAPO party's candidate, could become Namibia's first female president. Her candidacy marks a potential milestone for gender equality in the nation.
Additionally, she was among the first to cast her vote, showcasing her dedication to everything.
Namibia's ruling party, SWAPO, has been in power since its independence in 1990, but it faces its toughest challenge yet. Increasing dissatisfaction among the electorate, particularly the youth, has led to a surge in support for opposition parties.
The election will determine whether SWAPO can maintain its grip on power or if Namibia will see a significant political shift.
Approximately 1.45 million Namibians are registered to vote in this election. Voters will select both the president and members of the National Assembly, with 15 presidential candidates and 21 parties competing for 96 parliamentary seats.
Early voting results, including those from citizens overseas and the armed forces, have shown strong support for Nandi-Ndaitwah However, the outcome remains uncertain as opposition parties gain traction.
