GLOBAL AND REGIONAL GROWTH

Namibia’s economy contracted in 2017 after years of strong growth, with construction and retail trade hit hardest. Mining and agriculture provided some relief amid weak fixed investment and regional challenges from South Africa. An IJG Securities analysis.

ONE GENERATION ON

After 25 years of independence, Namibia has achieved steady economic growth and reduced poverty, yet unemployment, inequality and weak public institutions remain major challenges. A critical IPPR analysis.