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Allow me to utter a word or two in your newspaper on one of the traditions that is slowly fading and eroding away, which is the celebration of Independence Day. 

In light of Namibia’s prevailing recession coupled with the adverse impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and its numerous restrictions, economic analysts believe investments are a promising option for domestic economic growth. However, many investors feel Namibia needs to produce a conducive investment environment particularly as consumer and government spending both face significant constraints. 

The pandemic changed the world forever and online shopping, delivery apps and contactless buying of goods and services has become the norm.

Taking stock of the agriculture performance since independence, the sector contributed more than 8% to GDP and real GDP in value terms has been on an upward trajectory. Agricultural contribution declined to 6.6% between 2015 to 2019 compared to a peak of 9.9% recorded between 2000 to 2004.  

Omaheke governor Pijoo Marikutuka Nganate reflected on the achievements the region has attained over the last 31 years. Nganate, who has served in different regional portfolios even before the country’s independence, believes road infrastructure, the land resettlement programme, decentralisation, restoration of human dignity and others are some of the many aspects that the region references with r

The Erongo region is one of the dominant players in the economic growth of the country, being home to the fishing sector, major mining projects and tourism activities.  In this special edition celebrating 31 years of independence, governor Neville Andre narrates the triumphs and shortcomings of the region in the last three decades.

The importance of industrialisation across the world is well recognized. Industrialisation is seen as a catalyst and the engine for inclusive economic growth, mobilising investments, promoting economic diversification, building business linkages, promoting technology transfer and innovation, job creation and poverty alleviation.

Metal and Allied Namibian Workers Union (Manwu) secretary general Justina Jonas-Emvula has urged the government to engage unions more on issues related to the plight of workers. According to the trade unionist, government boasts with all the expertise to deal with workers’ issues. 

Namibia as a child of international solidarity shall celebrate her 31st independence anniversary from the yoke of colonialism on Sunday 21 March 2021.

At 31 years of independence the average Namibian is black, young, unemployed, poor and landless. One would think that the end of apartheid and colonialism would have heralded a new Namibia for the generation born at its demise. The current socio-economic dynamics are unfavourable towards young people.