Informal traders vital to local economic growth: Sankwasa

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2025-06-07

WINDHOEK, 22 March 2025 - Ministry of Urban and Rural Development, James Sankwasa. (Photo: Contributed)

KEETMANSHOOP, 07 JUN (NAMPA) – Minister of Urban and Rural Development, James Sankwasa, said the role of informal traders in Namibia is undeniably significant, as they are the backbone of many local economies, contributing substantially to job creation and providing essential goods and services to communities.
Sankwasa, who made the remarks in a speech read on his behalf at the official inauguration of the B! Open Market in Keetmanshoop on Friday...

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