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Modestus Amutse
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Modestus Tshitumbe Amutse (born 22 July 1967 in Oshikuku, Omusati Region) is a Namibian politician, who served as a Deputy Minister of Information, Communication and Technology from 9 February 2024 to 21 March 2025.[1][2][3]
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Career
Before becoming a politician, Amutse served as a freelance journalist at the Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC).[4][5] He also served as an Oshikuku Constituency Councilor for 10 years and Chairperson of Omusati Regional Councilor (2015 – 2020) respectively.[6] Prior becoming the Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Amutse is serving as a Member of the National Assembly (2020-2025).[6]
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Interests
His legislative interests lies in information communication technology and how it enhance governance.[6]
As a parliamentarian, Amutse advocated for proper use of social media and cautioned citizens against the abuse of social media to spread false and malicious information designed to mislead the public.[7] One of the notable motion he brought forward in the parliament was the introduction of a framework seeks to provide free wifi access to all Namibians.[8]
Amutse is also the author of the book titled: Omithitu nomakuya ga ka nale.[9]
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Education
Amutse's qualifications range from MBA-ESAMI- 2016; FCIS-ICCSA- 2006; Public Governance (Hons) -2018- ICSA; MA in Communication – IUA -2016.[6]
References
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