Government targets 70% electricity access by 2030
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The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy (MIME), Modestus Amutse, has reiterated the government's aim to ensure 70% of the country's citizens have access to electricity by 2030.
The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy (MIME), Modestus Amutse, has reiterated the government's aim to ensure 70% of the country's citizens have access to electricity by 2030.
The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy says the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) provides evidence-based analysis, technical assistance, policy guidance, and platforms for cooperation that are critical to Namibia's energy transition.
Namibia can no longer depend on exporting raw minerals alone but must focus on adding value to its natural resources to create jobs, grow the economy, and increase local participation in the mining sector.
The Minister of Industries, Mines, and Energy has assured residents of Onandjaba Village that plans are underway to upgrade the facilities of the Namibia Investment Development Agency (NIDA) to make them more appealing for trade.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Modestus Amutse as the new Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, effective 2 December 2025.
Amutse took over from Frans Kapofi, who had been acting in the position since the dismissal of Natangue Ithete in October.
The Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Modestus Amutse, officially launched Namibia Film Week, delivering a message of pride and celebration in the art of local storytelling.
The community and learners at Elim also commemorated the Day of the African Child.
The event was addressed by the Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Modestus Amutse, at Etope Primary School.
Namibia is looking at capitalising on opportunities being provided for at the China-Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum.
Information and Communication Technology Deputy Minister Modestus Amutse says much can be achieved in the areas of cyber security and artificial intelligence.
Namibia is looking at capitalising on opportunities being provided for at the China-Africa Internet Development and Cooperation Forum.
The Information and Communication Technology Deputy Minister, Modestus Amutse says much can be achieved in the areas of cyber security and artificial intelligence.
The Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Modestus Amutse, has urged the staff members of the ministry to ensure that their services and work have a tangible impact throughout the country, including at the grassroots level.