A woman who joined Namibia’s independence movement in the 1970s is a strong contender to become its first female leader as the country votes in a presidential election.

Ndaitwah, could become the country’s first female president if elected. But the 72-year-old may be forced into a second-round run-off if she fails to garner at least half the vote

Namibians are heading to the polls to elect a new president and parliament, presenting a challenge to the ruling SWAPO party. With high unemployment and corruption allegations causing disenchantment,