SWAPO Party Endorses Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah as Sole Candidate for Presidency

The SWAPO Party has endorsed H.E. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the sole candidate for party presidency ahead of the Extraordinary Congress. This decision follows an extraordinary meeting after the passing of a prominent leader. Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged party members to prepare for regional elections and has emphasized the need for fair resource management in Namibia.

The Central Committee of the SWAPO Party has officially endorsed H.E. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the only candidate for the party presidency at the forthcoming Extraordinary Congress. This endorsement, confirmed through a press release dated February 15, 2025, was signed by Hilmar Nicanor, the party’s Secretary for Information and Mobilization. The decision follows a significant meeting in Windhoek, convened after the passing of Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma on February 8, 2025.

During the meeting, the Central Committee reviewed a report from the Political Bureau concerning preparations for the congress, initially set for February 28 to March 1, 2025. Consequently, they endorsed Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah to be elected unopposed, filling the vacancy left by Dr. Hage G. Geingob’s departure.

Nandi-Ndaitwah is anticipated to be formally presented at the upcoming congress scheduled for March 7 to 9, 2025. In her address to the committee, she emphasized the necessity for party members to actively prepare for the regional and local authority elections later this year, advocating for the selection of capable and visionary councillors to enhance service delivery.

She criticized the current management of Namibia’s resources, noting that they are primarily accessed by a limited few. “As party leaders and members, supporters and sympathisers, we must make sure Namibia’s resources are managed in a manner that will benefit all members of our society,” she was quoted as saying, highlighting the need for equitable resource allocation in the nation.

In conclusion, the SWAPO Party’s endorsement of Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as the sole candidate for its presidency signifies a pivotal moment for the party, particularly following recent leadership changes. With a strong focus on preparing for upcoming elections and advocating for equitable resource management, Nandi-Ndaitwah is poised to navigate the challenges ahead. This development reinforces the party’s commitment to effective governance and service delivery for all Namibians.

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