Hertta-Maria Amutenja The Windhoek City Council encountered a recurring setback as it attempted to elect office-bearers, once again leaving the local governance structure incomplete. Under the oversight of Magistrate Ndapewa Amadhila, who presided over the proceedings, the election process was compelled to adjourn due to the absence of several local authority councillors. “Last year, when...
November 15, 2024
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Swakop office-bearers election postponed after mayoral vote tie
Swakopmund’s 2024 office-bearers election, which took place yesterday, was postponed following two consecutive tied votes for the seat of mayor. This situation arose as per the Local Authorities Act, which mandates a tiebreaker vote in the event of a tie. If a second tie occurs, it necessitates postponing the election, according to presiding magistrate Lucia...