In anticipation of the upcoming Regional Councils and Local Authorities' Elections, the Swapo Party in the ||Kharas Region held its first campaign strategic workshop at Keetmanshoop, focusing on working out strategies to ensure maximum gains. 

Political parties in the ||Kharas Region will compete in seven constituencies.

Currently the Landless People's Movement (LPM) has four seats, while the Swapo Party has three seats in the ||Kharas Regional Council. 

The workshop, according to Swapo's Regional Information and Mobilisation Officer, Irene Laberloth, will set the tone for the party to take back control of local authorities and regional councils.

"Our region faces unique challenges that require innovative solutions and collaborative efforts. By sharing insights, exchanging perspectives and formulating strategic approaches, we strengthen our ability to navigate political dynamics effectively and ensure sustainable growth. As we deliberate on key issues, reforms to governance frameworks are needed in our party. We remain committed to fostering democratic principles, accountability and unity."

Laberloth also urged party members to initiate door-to-door campaigns, as these efforts will inspire local communities and give them the ideal opportunity to ask questions. 

"We can only successfully campaign if we can empower local volunteers to take ownership of outreach efforts, for example, campaigns that rely heavily on grassroots organising, identify and train community leaders who can mobilise supporters and use door-to-door outreach and local events to build personal connections with voters."

The national leader assigned to the ||Kharas Region, Steve Ovambo, reminded those in attendance that the Swapo Party manifesto remains a living document but can only be adopted if voters renew their mandate and trust towards the party.

"We are trying to give the best tool for the Namibian people to equalise four basic things. The aspirations of the people, the expectations of the people, the wishes of the people and the needs of the people."