Windhoek, Nov 28, 2024 (AFP) - Namibia's opposition calls for vote to be suspended amid confusion

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2024-11-28

Namibia's opposition called for extended voting and ballot counting to be suspended Thursday after the national election was thrown into disarray by logistics failings and massive delays. The presidential and legislative polls are a key test for the ruling South West Africa People's Organisation (SWAPO) party that has governed the mineral-rich country since independence 34 years ago and is facing its toughest election challenge yet. Some voters q......

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