Elections in Namibia
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Politics of Namibia |
Elections in Namibia gives information on election and election results in Namibia.
Namibia elects on national level a head of state – the president – and a legislature. The president is elected for a five year term by the people. Parliament has two chambers. The National Assembly has 78 members, elected for a five year term, 72 members elected by proportional representation and 6 members appointed by the president. The National Council has 26 members, elected for a six year term in double-seat constituencies (regions). Namibia is a one party dominant state with the South-West Africa People's Organisation in power. Opposition parties are allowed, but are widely considered to have no real chance of gaining power.
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Results
Presidential elections 2004
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<b>President: 15 and 16 november 2004</font> | % |
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| <b>Hifikepunye Pohamba – South West African People's Organisation | 76.4 |
| Ben Ulenga – Congress of Democrats | 7.3 |
| Katuutire Kaura – Democratic Turnhalle Alliance | 5.1 |
| Kuaima Riruako – National Unity Democratic Organisation | 4.2 |
| Justus Garoëb – United Democratic Front | 3.0 |
| Henk Mudge – Republican Party | 1.9 |
| Kosie Pretorius – Monitor Action Group | 1.1 |
Parliamentary elections 2004
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