Gotthard Kandume (born 27 July 1972) is a Namibian politician serving as the inaugural leader of the Christian Democratic Voice political party. He is the party's sole representative in the National Assembly.
Gotthard Kandume | |
|---|---|
| Member of the National Assembly of Namibia | |
| Assumed office 20 March 2020 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 27 July 1972 Otjiwarongo, South West Africa |
| Nationality | Namibian |
| Political party | Christian Democratic Voice |
| Residence(s) | Okahandja, Otjozondjupa Region |
| Occupation | Member of Parliament |
| Profession | Politician |
Life and career
editKandume was born in Otjiwarongo, South West Africa (now Namibia). He achieved a diploma in basic education in 1998. In 2005, he received a diploma in higher education. He obtained a diploma in geological studies in 2008. Between 2000 and 2008, he worked as a literacy promoter.[1]
Kandume used to live in his car. He registered the Christian Democratic Voice party with the Electoral Commission of Namibia in 2014. The party failed to win any parliamentary representation in that year's general election.[1]
In the 2019 general election, the party won a single seat in the National Assembly.[2] Kandume was selected to fill the seat. He took office on 20 March 2020.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b c d Muraranganda, Elvis (24 July 2020). "From living in a disused car to MP… CDV leader speaks of economic hardship". neweralive.na. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
- ^ "CDV won't support any party - Kandume". The Namibian. 20 January 2020. Retrieved 24 July 2020.
The party gained 5 841 votes, which resulted in one parliamentary seat during last years national assembly and presidential elections.
External links
edit- "Kandume, Gothard". Parliament of Namibia.