Answer to Question #238711 in Economics for caroline

Question

Minister Tom Alweendo is quoted by the New Era newspaper (May 3, 2018) as have said: “power generation is of utmost importance, and that for Namibia to achieve its goals of being an industrialised country, production of electricity remains key in achieving that, and there can be no development without power”. Briefly describe/discuss the current power situation in Namibia.

Answer 1

Since the regulation and protection of strategic objects is an obstacle for the authorities, this statement describes the functions of control and security functions of the industry on the part of the state.