Journalists to run for office in upcoming regional and local elections

As Namibia prepares for the regional and local authority elections in November, a debate has erupted over journalists who want to run for office. 

While the Constitution protects every citizen’s right to seek public office, concerns have been raised about conflicts of interest and the potential erosion of public trust in the media. To dive into this complex issue, political scientist Rui Tyitende speaks to Desert FM.