Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah Elected Namibia's First Female President

Namibia has elected its first female President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, who won with 57.31% of the vote in the November 27 election, despite significant logistical issues that led to long wait times for voters. Nandi-Ndaitwah, from the ruling SWAPO party, has solidified the party's dominance, which has governed since the country's independence in 1990, securing 51 out of 96 parliamentary seats. However, her election has been contested by opposition leader Panduleni Itula, who claims the electoral process was marred by irregularities and has vowed to challenge the results legally. The election faced criticism for being neither free nor fair, with Itula stating that the rule of law was violated during the voting process. Despite opposition concerns, Nandi-Ndaitwah's victory is seen as a significant milestone in Namibia's political history. The situation underscores ongoing challenges for governance and national unity as the country moves forward.