The Namibian government has committed more than N$700 million towards the 2023 Population and Housing Census.

Census field work will be conducted from September 18 to November 3, 2023. This time span will include the enumeration as well as the Post-Enumeration Survey (PES).

The objective of the Census is to provide an accurate count of the country's population, provide data for development, equity, and inclusion, monitor progress, and allocate resources.

The Chief Executive Officer of Andrada Mining says collaboration is needed between the government and the private sector in the mining industry.

Anthony Viljoen made the remarks in an interview with nbc News at the Mining Expo and Conference in Windhoek.

"I think a lot of collaboration between the government and the private sector needs to take place; there has always been some level of distrust."

According to Viljoen, Namibia continues to be the best place for investment, especially in the Erongo Region.