Country Gees

In 2006, Namibia was a nation of around 2 million people located in Southern Africa. The economy of Namibia was largely driven by mineral extraction, agriculture and tourism. Despite this, poverty levels were still high, as much of the population relied on traditional industries for their livelihoods. Education levels were high; around 87% of the population had access to education. Infrastructure was poor; roads were poorly maintained and connected few areas of the country. However, Namibia still had a rich culture and vibrant music scene that kept its people connected to their heritage. According to constructmaterials, the country also had several protected areas that preserved its biodiversity and served as tourist attractions for visitors from all over the world. Its rugged desert landscapes, unique wildlife and diverse cultures made it an attractive destination for those interested in exploring its culture and environment.

Yearbook 2006

Namibia. According to CountryAAH, major public holidays in Namibia include Independence Day (March 21) and New Year (January 1). The South African bank and insurance company Old Mutual announced plans for the largest transfer to date in N. of financial influence to the black population. Assets worth approximately SEK 300 million. will be transferred to employees, locally run companies, women’s organizations and church groups. About 13% of the company’s operations in the country are expected to go into local ownership and around a quarter of a million Namibians are expected to benefit from the transaction.

Internationally, most notable was N. for the fact that American movie stars Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt chose to have their first child born there. Both hotel owners and government agencies made great efforts to protect the stars’ privacy from the celebrity photographers who flocked around them.

The country’s economy remains heavily dependent on mining, almost all processed consumer goods must be imported, and although 70% of the population lives directly or indirectly on agriculture, this sector contributes only 10% of the country’s GDP. At the same time, the country in the fisheries sector faces a significant problem in the form of an international invasion of fishing boats in its territorial area. This has brought to light the dispute with South Africa about the fishing borders, while Namibia’s poor military strength makes it difficult to solve the problem.

In 91, the Nujoma government signed an agreement with the United States on the implementation of a military training and education program, which was to secure the officers of the new army free military professional training. In December of that year, Secretary of Defense Peter Muesiniange traveled to Brazil for advice on building a new air force in accordance with modern guidelines.

Despite its pittance, Namibia decided to play a crucial role in southern Africa. In early 91, the country’s president decided to give $ 3 million to the ANC. They were handed over to Nelson Mandela when he visited the country on 31 January. At the same time, the democratization of South Africa and peace in Angola could pave the way for significant economic development in Namibia within the framework of regional cooperation.

In September, an agreement was reached with South Africa on joint administration of the strategically important port of Walvis Bay. The agreement also stipulated that the southern border between the two countries should cross the Orange River. This should reduce the armed clashes between the two countries in this area. The following month, Namibia opened a trading office in Pretoria, and in November, customs stations were established at the border crossings against Zambia in an attempt to curb the black exchange and drug smuggling. The same month, the government launched an investigation into allegations that the parties opposing independence were subsidized by Pretoria. The scandal prevented, among other things, that the DTA – which was one of the suspected parties – could gather under the leadership of Mishae Muyongo.

On December 11, SWAPO held its first congress in freedom and decided to double its efforts to develop political and economic relations with the world community and especially with the countries of the Third World. On the same occasion, Nujoma was re-elected as party president.

In 92, Namibia and South Africa agreed that Walvis Bay should be fully entrusted with Namibia in 94. In 93, Parliament’s second chamber – the National Council – began its work. In 94 a new land law was passed, which included aimed to reduce the concentration of property as 1% of the population owned about 75% of the land in the country. In December of that year, Sam Nujoma was re-elected president with 70% of the vote. However, after internal disagreement, part of the party broke out in May 95, forming the SWAPOJ.

The economy grew by 94%, while the expectation of 95 was 3%. The unemployment rate was 38%. In 96, the government agreed with its South African counterpart to clear the portion of Namibia’s debt to South Africa that had been built up before independence in 1990. At the same time, Nujoma committed to investing in South Africa. Faced with a trade deficit, the President decided to emphasize increasing exports, diversifying the economy and creating new jobs.

Namibia Overview

Namibia is a nature tourist’s paradise. In the land of contrasts, the rugged desert meets vibrant greenery and colonial culture of true Africanness. For animal bonga and nature activities, Namibia is a real gem.

• According to abbreviationfinder, NA is the abbreviation code for Namibia.

Namibia is one of the youngest countries in Africa. It is the last colony to become independent in 1990. The country, with the exception of Walvis Bay, was under German colonial rule from 1890 until 1919. At that time, the whole country came under English rule, under which Walvis Bay was already. The English reign lasted until World War II, when South Africa took full control of the country. Finland also has a long history with Namibia since the 1870s, when missionary Martti Rautanen (Namibian named Nakambale) settled in Namibia. Namibia is famous for its tallest sand dunes and the oldest desert in the world, stretching all the way from the Atlantic Ocean to about 100 kilometers inland. To the south, the desert is bordered by one of the world’s largest canyons: Fish River Canyon.

Area: 824 292 km²

Population: 2,630,073 (estimate 7/2020)

Capital: Windhoek

Population: Black (ovambos, himbats, cobblestones, damaras, hereros, namas, Kapri people, sanites and tswanas) 87.5%, whites 6% and colored and bastards 6.5%

Language: English (official), Afrikaans, German and many ethnic languages ​​(mostly from the Bantu and Khoisan language groups)

Religion: Christians and many traditional religions

Main products: Diamonds, copper, uranium, gold, natural gas, lead, tin, zinc, salt, vanadium and fish

Form of government: Republic