Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy (MIME)

Protecting the ozone layer remains essential to safeguarding the environment and human well-being, while supporting the transition towards more sustainable and energy-efficient cooling solutions.

As Namibia continues to strengthen its efforts in protecting the ozone layer, the Ministry in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), celebrated the World Ozone Day 2026 today under the theme “Global Action for a Cooler Planet” at the UN Plaza in Katutura.

Various speakers highlighted the importance of promoting environmentally responsible practices within the refrigeration and air-conditioning (RAC) sector, particularly through skills development, the safe handling, proper recovery of refrigerants, and improved access to appropriate recovery equipment for technicians and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

The transition to environmentally friendly refrigerants and sustainable cooling technologies, as well as safe disposal of RACs presents opportunities for technological advancement growth of a more resilient cooling sector in Namibia.

The event concluded with an exhibition showcasing sustainable cooling technologies and solutions for the public to gain practical knowledge on approaches that can contribute to a cooler and more sustainable planet.

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Expanding access to reliable energy remains at the heart of our mandate.

Minister Modestus officially commissioned the electrification infrastructure at the Haimbodi Hamukoto Growth Centre in Epanya Village, Okatana Constituency.

During his address, the Minister highlighted that electricity isn't just about lighting homes, it's about enabling local businesses and creating opportunities, while urging the community to protect their investment from cable theft and vandalism.

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For the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy, electrification is not only about connecting communities to power, it is about unlocking economic opportunities, supporting productive use of energy, enabling entrepreneurship and contributing to Namibia’s industrialisation and development agenda.

As part of the Ministry’s mandate to promote sustainable energy development and expand access to reliable energy as a catalyst for socio-economic development, Honourable Modestus, today officially commissioned the electrification infrastructure at Haimbodi Hamukoto Growth Centre in Epanya Village, Okatana Constituency, Oshana Region.

Delivering the keynote address, the Minister called on the community to protect the infrastructure, report cable theft and vandalism, use electricity safely and pay for the electricity they consume. He emphasised that the investment made in the infrastructure belongs to the people, and protecting it is ultimately protecting their own development.

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The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Hon. Modestus Amutse, has called for sustainable business models that strengthen Namibia’s productive capacity, create jobs, promote local value addition and ensure that the country’s natural resources translate into lasting economic opportunities for Namibians. Hon. Amutse made these remarks during his keynote address at the Second International Conference on Finance and Sustainable Business, taking place from 9–10 September 2026 at the Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business at NUST, under the theme “Rethinking Green Finance Innovations for Sustainable Business Models".

The Minister emphasised that sustainable business development must extend beyond environmental considerations to include industrialisation, energy security, access to finance, skills development and local participation. He called on stronger collaboration between Government, industry, finance and academia to develop practical and innovative financing solutions that support green industries, critical minerals, energy development and Namibian enterprises, while ensuring that economic growth is inclusive and sustainable.
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