Modestus Amutse (born 22 July 1967 in Oshikuku, Omusati Region) is a Namibian politician, currently serving as a Deputy Minister of Information, Communication and Technology as of 9 February 2024.[1][2]
Modestus Amutse | |
|---|---|
| Deputy Minister | |
| Honourable | |
| In office 09 February 2024 – 20 March 2025 | |
| Appointed by | Honourable Dr Nangolo Mbumba |
| Preceded by | Emma Theofilus |
Career edit
Before becoming a politician, Amutse served as a freelance journalist at the Namibia Broadcasting Coorporation (NBC).[3][4] He also served as an Oshikuku Constituency Councilor for 10 years and Chairperson of Omusati Regional Councilor (2015 – 2020) respectively.[5] Prior becoming the Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Amutse is serving as a Member of the National Assembly (2020-2025).[5]
Interests edit
His legislative interests lies in information communication technology and how it enhance governance.[5]
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.[6] 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.[7]
Amutse is also the author of the book titled: Omithitu nomakuya ga ka nale.[8]
Education edit
Amutse's qualifications range from MBA-ESAMI- 2016; FCIS-ICCSA- 2006; Public Governance (Hons) -2018- ICSA; MA in Communication – IUA -2016.[5]
References edit
- ^ "New cabinet appointments announced | Namibia Economist". Retrieved 2024-02-09.
- ^ "Public urged to refrain from abusive language on social media | nbc". nbcnews.na. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
- ^ "MP lauds state-owned media entities". Truth, for its own sake. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
- ^ Ndeyanale, Eliaser (2022-10-25). "NBC freelance journalist in race for Swapo CC election". The Namibian. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
- ^ a b c d "Amutse, Modestus". Namibian Parliament. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
- ^ "Amutse warns against social media abuse". Truth, for its own sake. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
- ^ "Motion on Free Wi-Fi". Namibian Parliament. Retrieved 2024-02-09.
- ^ Amutse, Modestus (2002). Omithitu nomakuya ga ka nale. Out of Africa Publishers. ISBN 978-99916-2-141-8.