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Heroes Day and Namibia's Economic Future | Namibia News
Heroes Day reminds us that Namibia’s liberation wasn’t just about freedom—it was about economic self-determination. With new oil finds, global demand for minerals, and the green hydrogen boom, the IMF projects our economy could hit $400 billion by 2031. But will this wealth trickle down—or stay concentrated? Countries like Botswana and Norway show it’s possible when local businesses are empowered. Namibia’s new local content policy is a start, but real change demands enforceable laws: fair supply chain access, worker training, and joint ventures with real decision-making power for locals. We…
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