Namibia’s youth urged to break the election silence
November 4, 2025
As Namibia gears up for the upcoming Local Authority and Regional Council elections, the national spotlight turns to young voters a majority in the population, but still among the least active at the polls.
Why are so many young Namibians staying away from the ballot box? And what does this mean for the country’s future leadership, accountability, and development?
To unpack this, Desert FM spoke to youth activist and former NYC board member KK Marenga, who shares why youth voices matter and how Namibia can inspire its young generation to take charge of their democratic power.