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History is made in Namibia as the nation elects its first female president. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, 72, secured a decisive victory with 57% of the vote, defying predictions of a run-off. ’The Namibian nation has voted for peace and stability,’ she declared after being named president-elect. Her victory extends the SWAPO party’s 34-year rule since Namibia gained independence from apartheid South Africa in 1990. But the election was not without controversy. Long waits and technical issues led to an extension of voting until Saturday. Some voters abandoned their efforts after waiting for up to 12 hours on the first day. Opposition parties have rejected the results, claiming the voting extension was illegal and pledging to challenge the outcome in court. Amid challenges, Namibia ushers in a new era with its first female president, a symbol of resilience and hope.
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