Since independence in 1990, Namibia has consolidated its democratic institutions.
Altogether, nine elections took place, which were all considered to be substantially
free and fair, despite serious problems that marred the counting process of the
parliamentary elections of 2004.
The constitution which provides for basic human and political rights is fiercely
respected, an independent judiciary upholds the rule of law and a free press
is playing an important watchdog role. On the other hand Namibia is sometimes
described as a “democracy without democrats”, which points to deficits in the
political culture and a lack of political tolerance. (Read more…..)
