Namibia slips in competitiveness ranking
Namibia has dropped to 69th out of 70 countries in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Ranking. While the nation maintains strong price stability and low inflation, it struggles with infrastructure gaps, high borrowing costs, and a heavy reliance on primary industries.
Why it matters
The ranking highlights structural economic weaknesses that could hinder Namibia's long-term growth and ability to attract foreign investment.
Namibia may be keeping inflation under control, but a new global ranking shows that the country is struggling to compete with other economies because of problems affecting businesses, investment and economic growth.
The article reports on objective international ranking data without emotive language or political agenda.
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