Namibia is the first country in the world to incorporate the protection of the environment into its Constitution.

As of December 2, Namibia has once again democratically voted for President.  Hifikepunya Pohamba succeeded once again in taking his SWAPO party into office for a second term.

For the first time in Namibia’s history, the ruling SWAPO party was significantly challenged by the Rally for Democracy and Progress or RDP.  With RDP’s official emergence in 2007, the SWAPO party was rattled and at the time appeared to be a significant threat.

Voter tension tightened as the polling dates neared.  There was speculations of intimidation to occur (with RDP calling for UN Peacekeepers, which never came) and in the months prior to November, rumors swirled about the possibility of Namibian schools being closed nearly two months before their scheduled end of the year to ensure polling stations would be open for assured success.  They never closed early and intimidation was rare.

RDP wasn’t popular enough to win the election, however proved to be an opposition party who is here to stay.

Namibian Safaris are some of Africa’s best and the country itself is like no other African nation.  Open skies sparkling more stars than one has ever seen, endless savanna’s continue uninterrupted for miles, and more animals than there are people all make Namibia a perfect place to get in touch with your wild side.

Wild Safari Africa salutes President Pohamba for his victory, as well as SWAPO’s powerful contender RDP for their gallant and courageous efforts.

A government whose top priority is environment needs the recognition it deserves.  On safari in Namibia is stepping into one of the true last frontiers on earth.  It’s harder to remain in urban centers (because they’re just not that big!) than it is to find yourself surrounded by amazing wilderness.

To “going green” and keeping Namibia wild and untouched!

Jeremy

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