Namibia: Benefits of Mining Questioned

The contributions of the mining industry to the economy remains questionable with many wondering whether the income and revenue generated by the industry really benefit the local people and not only foreign investors.

At a recent stakeholder presentation held by the Chamber of Mines, independent economist, Robin Sherbourne stated that mining contribution to the economy must be seen against the backdrop of international commodity prices.

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