Facebook, Instagram owner says its defences prevented AI-driven misinformation operations from gaining online foothold.
Nandi-Ndaitwah, 72, won with 57 percent of the vote, flouting predictions that she might be forced into a run-off.
Far-right candidate Calin Georgescu will face centre-right contender Elena Lasconi in December 8 run-off.
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Left-leaning Social Democratic Party to hold parliament, but Alliance for Uniting Romanians makes big gains.
Social Democratic Alliance wins the largest share of votes but will need to form a coalition to govern.
The legislative election takes place after the collapse of a fragile coalition, with the economy being a top concern.
Opposition seeking to upend decades of governing Swapo dominance urges voters to stay the course and cast ballots.
Exit poll put left-wing nationalists Sinn Fein at 21.1 percent of votes, slightly ahead of two centre-right parties.
Polls show centre-right incumbents Fine Gael and Fianna Fail running neck and neck with leftist-nationalist Sinn Fein.
Assembly passes law that would ban officials who support international sanctions from holding office for up to 60 years.
Namibian voters waited in long queues to cast their votes in one of the nation’s most competitive elections.
The US says its sanctions target 21 individuals involved in anti-democratic practices and the repression of protests.
Mikheil Kavelashvili viewed as a shoo-in given Georgian Dream’s influence over electoral college vote.
Russian nuclear energy company Rosatom is trying to drill for uranium in Namibia. Farmers say a key aquifer is at risk.
