Desert FM Unfiltered: Can G20 Deliver for Africa?
With the African Union now a permanent member of the G20 and South Africa chairing the forum this year, experts say Namibia must take this moment seriously, by sharpening its national priorities and working strategically through continental platforms. The country faces significant fiscal pressure. According to the national budget tabled last month, Namibia expects a deficit of N$12.8 billion in the 2025/26 financial year, equivalent to 4.6% of GDP.
Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah noted that although the debt stock continues to rise, stronger economic growth is projected to bring down the debt-to-GDP ratio from 66% to 62% over the next fiscal year.
Desert FM spoke to economic analyst Robin Sherbourne, civil society expert Uhuru Dempers, and international relations expert, Pius Dunaiski.
