Namibia's ruling party Swapo faces historic low support in presidential election

Namibia's ruling party, Swapo, has won the presidential election but with its lowest support ever, securing 57% of the vote. The party lost 12 parliamentary seats, raising questions about its electoral performance amid claims of irregularities. This year has seen significant electoral setbacks for governing parties across sub-Saharan Africa. In Botswana, the ruling party suffered a major defeat, while Mauritius experienced a dramatic political shift with the opposition winning 60 out of 66 seats. Growing public dissatisfaction with corruption, economic mismanagement, and high living costs has fueled opposition gains. Citizens are increasingly demanding accountability, leading to a notable rise in competitive multiparty politics in the region.