Also known as: SWANU
South West Africa National Union — political party in Namibia's National Assembly consulted on land reform, genocide, and economic issues.
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Informanté
SWANU delegation raised concerns relating to land matters, ongoing genocide negotiations, and the role of Agribank
“During the meeting, the delegation raised concerns relating to land matters, the ongoing genocide negotiations and the role of Agribank, particularly regarding loan defaulters and the need to reposition the institution to better support farmers.”
Nandi-Ndaitwah meets SWANU delegation at State HouseThe Namibian
South West Africa National Union (Swanu) issued membership cards to 60 Nudo members
“Swanu secretary general Wendy Christian yesterday told The Namibian that 60 Nudo members were issued Swanu membership cards.”
Swanu welcomes Nudo members, bolsters parliamentary presenceThe Namibian
South West Africa National Union (Swanu) is due to announce that Barry Rukoro will feature on the party's parliamentary list
“The South West Africa National Union (Swanu) is due to announce on Wednesday that Barry Rukoro will feature on the party's parliamentary list.”
Rukoro to feature on Swanu’s parliamentary listThe Namibian
Swanu president Evilastus Kaaronda says his party has no gay or lesbian member
“Swanu president Evilastus Kaaronda says his party has no gay or lesbian member.”
Political parties disregard LGBTQI+ rights ahead of November electionsThe Namibian
South West Africa National Union had as cadre and later president Rihupisa Kandando
“In most of his speeches and writings, as an individual, a Swanu cadre and later as president of the oldest liberation movement in Namibia, he would always deploy historical materialism to position his beloved party and the broader liberation struggle in its proper context.”
A Reflective Tribute To Rihupisa KandandoThe Namibian
Swanu has failed to achieve real penetration within the constituencies
“Which explains why it has failed to ensure some real penetration within the constituencies.”
Elections Are Like ErectionsThe Chief Hosea Kutako Memorial Museum and Shrine at Toasis village, officially inaugurated on 10 December 2024, honours the Ovaherero leader who resisted colonial rule and petitioned the United Nations against Namibia's illegal occupation. The shrine has become a tourist attraction and commemorates the legendary national hero.
19 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Chief Hosea Kutako Memorial Museum and Shrine at Toasis village, officially inaugurated on 10 December 2024, honours the Ovaherero leader who resisted colonial rule and petitioned the United Nations against Namibia's illegal occupation. The shrine has become a tourist attraction and commemorates the legendary national hero.
19 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Political analyst Ndumba Kamwanyah argues that the Genocide Remembrance Day commemoration is creating divisions rather than promoting unity and collective healing as intended. He says the government's approach, selection of speakers, and messages delivered are contributing more to division than unity, and warns that regional activities and speeches reflected limited knowledge of the genocide.
1 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare rejected claims that public hospitals are creating special VIP units for government officials, saying the government's focus is improving healthcare for all Namibians. He highlighted seven major health facilities earmarked for upgrades and announced Vision April 2026, a programme requiring senior officials to use public hospitals to improve service quality nationwide.
16 April 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah met with Swanu leaders to discuss high unemployment, land reform, manufacturing, education, and social welfare as part of her political party consultations. Swanu representative Evilastus Kaaronda said the meeting allowed both sides to exchange views in depth on national issues, highlighting the importance of such dialogue for strengthening democratic processes.
11 March 2026 · New Era →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah held consultations with South West Africa National Union (SWANU) at State House to discuss national issues including land reform, genocide negotiations, agriculture financing, and water challenges facing farmers. The meeting was part of ongoing efforts to strengthen engagement with political parties represented in the National Assembly.
9 March 2026 · Informanté →
Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah announced a N$100 increase in the old-age pension grant to N$1,700 per month, prompting divided responses. Some pensioners accept the modest raise and support government priorities elsewhere, while others and opposition party Swanu argue the increase is inadequate given the cost of living and call for the N$3,000 monthly pension that was previously promised.
6 March 2026 · New Era →
Petrusfontein, a small settlement in Kunene region, has deep historical roots for its residents but lacks basic infrastructure and services over 35 years after independence. Residents report ongoing challenges including the absence of a bridge, safe water, medical facilities, and kindergartens, despite the community's cultural ties and peaceful character.
24 February 2026 · New Era →
Several Namibian lawmakers have given notice of parliamentary questions on pressing national issues: judicial understaffing and magistrate workload; the country's grey listing status and oil sector regulatory violations; support needed for dairy and poultry sectors amid production gains; drug use and rehabilitation services in schools; and electricity tariff methodology and consumer protection measures.
18 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibian opposition leaders have divided over a proposed amendment to transfer upstream petroleum powers from the mines and energy minister to the Office of the President. While the government argues the change will strengthen governance of the emerging oil and gas sector, opposition figures including IPC leader Panduleni Itula, APP's Imms Nashinge, and PDM's McHenry Venaani warn that the shift risks undermining parliamentary oversight, constitutional separation of powers, and regulatory accountability.
11 February 2026 · New Era →
The Landless People's Movement confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump has responded to a letter from party leader Bernadus Clinton Swartbooi sent during last year's election claiming minority groups faced discrimination and pressure in Namibia. Meanwhile, several parliamentarians reacted positively to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's recent address, though some cautioned that scrutiny of pending bills—particularly the Petroleum Amendment Bill—is essential before passage.
6 February 2026 · New Era →