Six senior members of the Independent Patriots for Change announced their resignation from the party's Kavango East branch, citing deep concerns about internal governance and democratic practices. The departing officials, who held key regional positions, lambasted leadership for alleged undemocratic candidate selection and a culture of intimidation.
Party spokesperson Imms Nashinge, a member of parliament, responded with measured diplomacy. She emphasized the members' right to make independent choices and thanked them for their contributions to the political movement. The resignation letter detailed frustrations with what the members perceived as systemic organizational failures.
The group argued that despite extensive campaigning and personal financial investments, their region remained systematically marginalized. They described an environment characterized more by fear and manipulation than collaborative leadership. Their statement suggested a profound disillusionment with the party's fundamental operational principles.
The resignees criticized leadership for allegedly prioritizing unchecked authority over member engagement. They expressed particular disappointment that the party seemed to have abandoned its original commitment to inclusive democracy. Nashinge's public response maintained a stance of respect for the members' decision and gratitude for their prior service.
Party spokesperson Imms Nashinge, a member of parliament, responded with measured diplomacy. She emphasized the members' right to make independent choices and thanked them for their contributions to the political movement. The resignation letter detailed frustrations with what the members perceived as systemic organizational failures.
The group argued that despite extensive campaigning and personal financial investments, their region remained systematically marginalized. They described an environment characterized more by fear and manipulation than collaborative leadership. Their statement suggested a profound disillusionment with the party's fundamental operational principles.
The resignees criticized leadership for allegedly prioritizing unchecked authority over member engagement. They expressed particular disappointment that the party seemed to have abandoned its original commitment to inclusive democracy. Nashinge's public response maintained a stance of respect for the members' decision and gratitude for their prior service.
