Kunene: The Kunene Region is facing a shortage of approximately 40 vehicles needed to execute its operations for the Regional Councils and Local Authorities Elections slated for 26 November 2025. Regional Electoral Officer Mike Nganjone confirmed the shortfall, stating that the lack of transport presents a major logistical difficulty for the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) as it prepares the region's seven constituencies for the elections.

According to Namibia Press Agency, Nganjone said vehicles are essential for setting up polling stations, delivering non-sensitive equipment, deploying polling crews, and ensuring a quick response to new logistical requirements. "We lack roughly 40 cars. This has an impact on how effectively we can transport personnel, equipment, and other essential supplies," Nganjone told Nampa.

The ECN has issued a public appeal for help to alleviate the shortage. Nganjone asked community members to offer their SUVs and other suitable vehicles, such as single-cab and double-cab pickups, for election duty. "To supplement our logistical demands, we rely on community help. For testing and verification, anyone who can help should bring their car to the Opuwo Police Station," he said.

Vehicle reliability is essential because polling teams frequently drive great distances to reach distant locations like Otjinungua, Otjitanda, Orupembe, Okanguati, and Sesfontein. The demand for durable vehicles is further increased by the region's dispersed areas and poor road conditions. "We must make sure that every polling team arrives where they need to be on time and fully supported," Nganjone emphasised.

The ECN is still optimistic about its plans despite the transportation difficulties. All polling officials have finished their training, and tablet operators and presiding officers will on Monday start with refresher training.