Economist warns serviced land shortage is worsening housing affordability
October 29, 2026
Economist Ida Williams says high construction costs and a shortage of serviced land are making home ownership increasingly difficult in Namibia. She also explains how rising interest rates and Namibia’s dependence on South Africa affect household finances and the wider economy.
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