Experts concerned about 44 per cent jobless rate

NAMPA

2026-02-18

WINDHOEK, 18 FEB (NAMPA) – The prevailing 44 per cent youth unemployment rate remains the primary challenge for the Namibian economy as experts call for a shift in fiscal strategy.
The Economic Association of Namibia (EAN) convened a public discussion in Windhoek on Tuesday to address the 2026/2027 National Budget.
The discussion titled ‘The National Budget at a Pivotal Moment,’ focused on how upcoming government spending can move from general g...

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