DRIVING FINANCIAL INCLUSIVITY AND SUSTAINABLE INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT THROUGH GREEN INDUSTRIALISATION: A ROADMAP FOR NAMIBIA
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Inclusivity, sustainable infrastructure, green industrialisation, renewable energy, socioeconomic development, climate resilience, Development Bank of NamibiaAbstract
This paper explores the Development Bank of Namibia’s (DBN) role in addressing the country’s social, economic, and environmental challenges. It focuses on how the DBN promotes inclusivity, sustainable infrastructure, and green industrialisation. Through a systematic review of academic literature, government policies, and DBN’s strategic plans, the study assesses the bank’s developmental impact. It highlights DBN’s support for marginalised communities and its financing of large-scale infrastructure projects exceeding N$1 billion. The paper also examines DBN’s contribution to green industrialisation via innovative financing mechanisms that advance clean energy and climate resilience. By situating Namibia’s development goals within broader global and regional sustainability frameworks, the study identifies best practices and local opportunities for transformative investment. It demonstrates how Namibia can leverage targeted financing and coordinated action to accelerate inclusive and sustainable growth. Key recommendations include enhancing policy coherence, strengthening stakeholder collaboration, and investing in capacity-building to support the country’s sustainability objectives. Ultimately, the paper presents a strategic roadmap for environmentally responsible development that integrates social equity and economic advancement. It contributes to ongoing debates on development finance and offers actionable insights for aligning Namibia’s financial institutions with its long-term sustainability vision.
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