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Modestus Amutse

Modestus Amutse
Deputy Minister
Honourable
In office
09 February 2024 – 20 March 2025
Appointed byHonourable Dr Nangolo Mbumba
Preceded byEmma Theofilus

Modestus Tshitumbe Amutse (born 22 July 1967 in Oshikuku, Omusati Region) is a Namibian politician, Currently serving as Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy as of 2 December 2025.[1] He previously served as a Deputy Minister of Information, Communication and Technology from 9 February 2024 to 21 March 2025.[2][3][4]

Career

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Before becoming a politician, Amutse served as a freelance journalist at the Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC).[5][6] He also served as an Oshikuku Constituency Councilor for 10 years and Chairperson of Omusati Regional Council (2015 – 2020) respectively.[7] His leadership extended nationally as Chairperson of the National Trust Fund (2018-2019). [1] Prior becoming the Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Amutse is serving as a Member of the National Assembly (2020-2025).[7]

Interests

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His legislative interests lies in information communication technology and how it enhance governance.[7]

Amutse is also the author of the book titled: Omithitu nomakuya ga ka nale.[8]

Education

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Amutse's qualifications range from MBA-ESAMI- 2016; FCIS-ICCSA- 2006; Public Governance (Hons) -2018- ICSA; MA in Communication – IUA -2016.[7]

References

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  1. ^ "Namibia's president appoints new mines, energy and industry minister". Reuters. 2 December 2025.
  2. ^ "New cabinet appointments announced". Namibia Economist. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  3. ^ "Public urged to refrain from abusive language on social media". nbcnews.na. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  4. ^ "On the spot – Amutse: From crafting news to guiding policies". New Era. 2024-09-13. Retrieved 2024-09-13.
  5. ^ "MP lauds state-owned media entities". Truth, for its own sake. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  6. ^ Ndeyanale, Eliaser (2022-10-25). "NBC freelance journalist in race for Swapo CC election". The Namibian. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  7. ^ a b c d "Amutse, Modestus". Namibian Parliament. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
  8. ^ Amutse, Modestus (2002). Omithitu nomakuya ga ka nale. Out of Africa Publishers. ISBN 978-99916-2-141-8.