Modestus Amutse
Namibian politician
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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]
Modestus Amutse | |
|---|---|
| Deputy Minister | |
| Honourable | |
| In office 09 February 2024 – 20 March 2025 | |
| Appointed by | Honourable Dr Nangolo Mbumba |
| Preceded by | Emma Theofilus |
Career
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). Prior becoming the Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Amutse is serving as a Member of the National Assembly (2020-2025).[7]
Interests
Education
Amutse's qualifications range from MBA-ESAMI- 2016; FCIS-ICCSA- 2006; Public Governance (Hons) -2018- ICSA; MA in Communication – IUA -2016.[7]