Transcripts and speeches
| Title | Description | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Make sure you register and vote | Extract from the speech of President Hifikepunye Pohamba at the opening of parliament on February 17 2009 Since this is an election year, I wish to say a few things about the need to promote tolerance and socio-political stability in our country. I reiterate the need to ensure that all political activities, prior to, during and after the elections, are carried out in a peaceful manner. As a matter of fact, political activities and other forms of social interaction among citizens must be directed at promoting peace and strengthening our social fabric. | 04/17/2009 - 14:54 |
| President Pohamba on democracy | President Hifikepunye Pohamba in his New Year address, January 2009 The conduct of free and fair elections is the lifeblood of any democratic system. It is through elections that the electorate can express their preferences for leaders and for policy options and strategies championed by different political parties. The successful conduct of regular free and fair elections in our country at different levels over the years, therefore, speaks volumes about the strength of our young democracy. | 04/17/2009 - 14:57 |
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