Oshikoto wraps up voting with youth dominating demographic

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2025-11-26

OMUTHIYA, 26 NOV (NAMPA) - Oshikoto Regional Electoral Officer, Ester Hipangelwa. (Photo by Eba Kandovazu) NAMPA

OMUTHIYA, 26 NOV (NAMPA) - The regional electoral officer of Oshikoto, Ester Hipangelwa has revealed that young people dominated the voting demographic in the region for the Regional Councils and Local Authorities Elections that took place on Wednesday.
“Overall I have observed a lot of youth coming out to vote, an indication that people are eager to take part, especially in the local authorities elections. After we close the polls we will offici...

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