… Economist and Economic Association of Namibia director Klaus Schade similarly brings up the lack of a capital budget. …
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Namibia's N$104 billion budget prioritises operations over development spending
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Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah tabled a N$104 billion budget for 2026/27 with N$81.3 billion allocated to operations and only N$6.5 billion to development, drawing criticism from economists and opposition figures who warn this allocation will constrain economic growth. The government collected N$89.8 billion in revenue and plans to borrow N$15 billion, while interest payments of N$16.2 billion now exceed the development budget.
1 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Sunday 1 March
Namibia's N$104 billion budget prioritises operations over development spending
Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah tabled a N$104 billion budget for 2026/27 with N$81.3 billion allocated to operations and only N$6.5 billion to development, drawing criticism from economists and opposition figures who warn this allocation will constrain economic growth. The government collected N$89.8 billion in revenue and plans to borrow N$15 billion, while interest payments of N$16.2 billion now exceed the development budget.
1 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Thursday 26 February
Finance Minister presents 2026/27 budget amid fiscal constraints
As Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah tables the national budget, analysts warn that rising debt-to-GDP ratios and constrained fiscal space pose sustainability challenges, while economists call for policy clarity, strategic investment in education and infrastructure, and balanced spending to address unemployment and weak growth.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Sunday 22 February
Namibia's 2026/27 budget faces tightening fiscal constraints
Economists warn that weaker-than-expected revenue collections will limit government spending and create difficult policy trade-offs, with limited fiscal space and elevated expenditure demands requiring disciplined management to keep the deficit within preferred levels. The upcoming budget is expected to clarify fiscal policy direction and investment frameworks while balancing revenue performance with expenditure commitments through improved resource prioritisation and efficiency.
22 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Friday 20 February
Economists discuss inclusive growth, oil sector for 2026/27 budget
The Economic Association of Namibia convened a public discussion on the upcoming National Budget, with economists emphasizing the need for growth to become more inclusive and highlighting the oil and gas sector's role in addressing unemployment and inequality. Panellists discussed tax incentives for venture capital and public-private partnerships as mechanisms to unlock investment and support entrepreneurship.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Friday 30 January
EAN wants changes to investment bill to attract more capital
The Economic Association of Namibia has welcomed the Draft Investment Promotion and Facilitation Bill as an important step toward consolidating investment policy, but cautioned that it requires refinement—particularly in balancing regulation with active investment encouragement, clarifying incentives and sector designations, and reducing approval burdens on smaller businesses to better compete for global capital.
30 January 2026 · New Era →
Wednesday 28 January
3% growth insufficient to address Namibia's unemployment crisis
The Economic Association of Namibia says a predicted 3% economic growth rate will not generate enough jobs to meaningfully reduce unemployment, because growth is concentrated in capital-intensive sectors that require few additional workers. The association recommends steering growth toward labour-intensive sectors such as construction, tourism, agriculture, and retail.
28 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 27 January
Namibia's economy to grow 3.9% in 2026, but gains may be narrow
The Economic Association of Namibia warns that while the economy is expected to grow faster in 2026 (3.9%, up from 3% in 2025), the improvement may not translate into meaningful job creation or poverty reduction, since growth remains concentrated in capital-intensive sectors and vulnerable to diamond prices and weather conditions.
27 January 2026 · New Era →
Government spending outpaces revenue, economists warn of debt risks
Namibia's government is spending faster than it generates revenue, with analysis showing the apparent healthy cash position was largely due to sinking fund reserves rather than actual revenue collection. Experts warn that without improved tax collection and controlled spending, the country risks increasing reliance on borrowing, potential social spending cuts, and possible delayed creditor payments.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 20 January
Political analysts question value of new Swapo think tank
Political analysts say the government is overloaded with overlapping committees and advisers that duplicate work and delay service delivery. Critics argue the new Swapo think tank, comprising 37 appointed members, lacks independence and will produce little meaningful output, while a defending analyst says such bodies can help the party and government reassess decisions and plans.
20 January 2026 · The Namibian →