Historic Presidential Election in Namibia: First Female Candidate Challenges Traditional Politics

Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the vice president of Namibia, is poised to become the country's first female leader amid rising economic challenges.

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Namibians elections: Swapo's Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah faces the IPC's Panduleni Itula

BBC News

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Namibia votes for president and the chance for its first female leader

The Independent

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As Namibia votes in a presidential election, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the candidate from the ruling SWAPO party, aims to make history as the first female leader. Facing widespread dissatisfaction with high unemployment and economic struggles, particularly among youth, Nandi-Ndaitwah's campaign includes plans to create jobs and tackle pressing social issues. With 14 candidates running, including her main opponent Panduleni Itula, and a possible runoff in play, this election is seen as the most competitive since Namibia's independence, reflecting regional trends of political change in Southern Africa.

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