Swapo reclaims dominance in Windhoek as opposition vote splits

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2025-11-29

OPUWO, 24 NOVEMBER 2024 - The Swapo party closed off its campaign activities with a drive-through voter sensation rally on Sunday at Opuwo, Kunene region, ahead of Wednesday's general elections. (Photo by: Uakutura Kambaekua) NAMPA.

WINDHOEK, 29 NOV (NAMPA) – The Swapo Party has re-established dominance in the Windhoek Local Authority after securing eight of the 15 council seats in the 2025 elections, a significant recovery from its weakened position five years ago.
According to results announced by Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) Elsie Nghikembua on Saturday, a total of 72 522 votes were cast in the 2025 local authority election, with Swapo obtainin...

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