Etosha National Park is one of the largest game parks in the world. Namibia is one of Africa's richest countries in mineral deposits. Mining is the major economic activity, producing diamonds, zinc, lead, copper, uranium, silver, and gold. The country has one of the world's richest alluvial deposits of gem diamonds. One of the most productive open-pit uranium mines in the world is at Rossing.
Agriculture is dominated by the raising of cattle and sheep.
The processing of meat and other livestock products is a major activity. Most livestock farms are located in the central part of the country. Namibia has one of the richest potential fisheries in the world. Offshore fishing resources include anchovies, lobsters, mackerel, pilchards, and whitefish. More than 80 percent of the population are black African in origin.