Swapo se plan om wins by die huis te hou

Swapo beoog om Namibiese eienaarskap in die mynbousektor te bevorder as deel van sy ontwikkelingsplan van N$85,7 miljard, wat die regerende party se manifes vanaf 1 April 2025 in nasionale beleid sal inskakel. Die strategie sluit in die inwerkingstelling van 'n wet op minerale veredeling en die vestiging van 'n nasionale goudreserwe, wat verseker dat mynrykdom Namibiërs eerste bevoordeel.Swapo is set to increase Namibian ownership in the mining sector as part of its N$85.7 billion development plan, which will see the ruling party’s manifesto integrated into national policy from 1 April 2025. The strategy includes the enactment of a mineral beneficiation law and the establishment of a national gold reserve, ensuring that mining wealth benefits Namibians first.A critical minerals value chain mapping study will be conducted between April and July 2025, paving the way for an Integrated Mineral Beneficiation Policy by March 2026. Additionally, 50% of all new Exclusive Prospecting Licenses (EPLs) will be allocated to Epangelo, Namibia’s state-owned mining company, which will be capacitated through fiscal support and self-funding to finance its own exploration. This process is set for completion by May 2025. The national gold reserve, guided by a cabinet directive, is expected to be in place by April 2026. A key aspect of this plan is value addition for critical minerals, with bilateral agreements to establish a regional processing centre by March 2026.Beyond mining, Swapo is prioritizing sports infrastructure development, aiming to build stadiums and facilities in all 121 constituencies by 2028. Backed by a N$968 million budget over four years, the project will involve regional and local authorities, ensuring a uniform stadium design across the country. By March 2026, at least 30 facilities should be completed. The plan also includes the construction of CAF category two stadiums in all 14 regions and CAF category three stadiums in five key locations, aligning with international standards. The first three category two stadiums will break ground in October 2025, with completion extending to 2029.To boost athlete development, sports centres of excellence will be integrated into the category two stadiums, providing training facilities, sports science labs, and professional coaching. These centres, supported by a N$544 million annual budget, will begin construction by October 2025, with full completion by March 2028. A Sports Levy, directing 30% of gambling revenues into sports development, will ensure sustainable funding for leagues and youth programs.Swapo’s Youth Empowerment Strategy aims to boost entrepreneurship, skills development, and job creation. A National Youth Fund, backed by N$500 million annually, will finance at least 6 000 youth-owned businesses. The plan includes revitalizing industrial parks into entrepreneurial and incubation centres, with N$200 million allocated annually. In agriculture, youth cooperatives will receive loans ranging from N$5 000 to N$300 000 through partnerships with financial institutions.To equip young people with practical skills, an apprenticeship program for 10 000 Grade 11/12 learners annually will receive N$400 million per year. Additionally, an internship initiative will provide N$30 000 stipends per student for three years, totaling N$600 million per year. The program aims to absorb 5 000 graduates annually into both public and private sectors, with employers receiving a N$30 000 subsidy per graduate to encourage retention and long-term employment.nikanor@nmh-hub.com.na

Swapo se plan om wins by die huis te hou

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Namibian Sun 2025-04-03

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