In a renewed drive to regain control of Namibia’s major hub towns, the Swapo Party has launched a vigorous campaign aimed at restoring its leadership in key local and regional authorities. The movement was officially kick-started in Walvis Bay, one of the country’s most strategic municipalities, where Swapo reaffirmed its mission to strengthen grassroots governance ahead of the November elections.
Speaking at the campaign launch held at Kuisebmond Stadium, Swapo Secretary General Sophia Shaningwa urged former members of the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) to rally behind the party’s goal of reclaiming Walvis Bay and other vital towns. She emphasized that unity among Namibians remains crucial for sustainable development and effective leadership.
During the same event, Shaningwa welcomed several former Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) members into Swapo’s ranks and presented them with official membership cards. Among those who recently crossed over were Charmaine Tjirare, Yvette Araes, Vakamuina Kamutuezu, and Julia Nekwaya, joined by Kunene Governor Vipuakuje Muharukua, who also left the PDM last year.
Swapo Youth League Secretary Ephraim Nekongo praised the new members for their decision, saying their move strengthens Swapo’s mission to serve communities and rebuild trust in local governance.
With its focus firmly set on “recapturing the hub towns,” Swapo leaders say the campaign represents not only a political comeback but also a renewed commitment to unity, service delivery, and the advancement of all Namibians.
