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Kaire Mbuende

Also known as: Dr. Kaire Mbuende · National Planning Commission Director General Kaire Mbuende · Ambassador Dr. Kaire Mbuende · director general Kaire Mbuende · Dr Kaire Mbuende

Kaire Mbuende — National Planning Commission director general advancing Namibia's green hydrogen and nuclear power initiatives.

2023-05-242026-06-08
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  1. December 2025

  2. The Namibian

    Kaire Mbuende was unable to get information on how many and what types of jobs created since president took office

    Source

    “As an example, Mbuende said he was unable to get information on how many and what types of jobs were created since president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's administration took office in March.”

    Out With the Old for 2026

  3. The Namibian

    Kaire Mbuende said employment data is scattered across multiple sectors and institutions

    Source

    “"I was asked to provide comprehensive statistics on employment created since the new administration took office. This task proved extremely difficult since employment data is scattered across multiple sectors and institutions," Mbuende said.”

    NPC director general admits government cannot track jobs created

  4. The Namibian

    Kaire Mbuende added fragmentation makes it difficult for government to make informed policy decisions

    Source

    “Mbuende added that this fragmentation makes it difficult for the government to make informed policy decisions.”

    NPC director general admits government cannot track jobs created
  5. November 2025

  6. The Namibian

    Director general Kaire Mbuende leads National Planning Commission

    Source

    “The National Planning Commission under director general Kaire Mbuende can coordinate the reporting.”

    From Promises to Progress: A Digital Solution for Government Accountability in Namibia
  7. May 2023

  8. The Namibian

    Kaire Mbuende is described as seasoned diplomat and international relations expert

    Source

    “Seasoned diplomat and international relations expert Kaire Mbuende shares his insights on this milestone with Desert Radio.”

    Seasoned diplomat and international relations expert Kaire Mbuende

  9. The Namibian

    Kaire Mbuende shared insights on the African Union milestone with Desert Radio

    Source

    “Seasoned diplomat and international relations expert Kaire Mbuende shares his insights on this milestone with Desert Radio.”

    Seasoned diplomat and international relations expert Kaire Mbuende
Mining & Energy

Namibia pursues green hydrogen projects despite legal framework gaps

The News

The National Planning Commission director general said Namibia is ready to move from planning to implementation of green hydrogen projects, despite the absence of dedicated legislation. The government aims to create 30,000 green jobs by 2030 and position Namibia as a low-carbon industry platform for southern Africa.

Why it matters

Namibia's pursuit of green hydrogen projects positions the country for 30,000 green jobs and industrial leadership in southern Africa.

3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Namibia pursues green hydrogen projects despite legal framework gaps

    The National Planning Commission director general said Namibia is ready to move from planning to implementation of green hydrogen projects, despite the absence of dedicated legislation. The government aims to create 30,000 green jobs by 2030 and position Namibia as a low-carbon industry platform for southern Africa.

    3 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 30 April

  1. President orders government institutions to budget for internships

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has directed all government institutions to budget for internships and apprenticeships to address graduate unemployment. While the directive is practical, the article questions its timing, noting that many institutions have already completed their annual budgeting and planning cycles.

    30 April 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 20 April

  1. Hyphen secures EUR 600,000 for Namibian green hydrogen supplier development

    Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, partnering with Enertrag and GIZ, will sign a cooperation agreement under the International Hydrogen Ramp-up Programme to strengthen Namibian supplier capacity in the green hydrogen sector. The initiative, funded by EUR 300,000 from H2UPPP and EUR 300,000 from Hyphen, will implement an Enterprise and Supplier Development Programme to build capability and competitiveness of Namibian enterprises.

    20 April 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 15 April

  1. Minister Nekundi presents N$592.9m Works budget for 2026/27

    Minister Veikko Nekundi presented the 2026/2027 budget allocation of N$592.972 million for the Department of Works to the National Assembly, with N$499 million for operational costs and N$93.972 million for capital investment. The budget addresses public infrastructure development, government asset management, and maintenance of state facilities across five programmes.

    15 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 1 April

  1. N$166m park upgrades boost tourism and wildlife protection

    Namibia's Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has handed over newly built and renovated infrastructure worth N$166 million across Etosha, Hardap and Bwabwata national parks, co-funded by Namibia and Germany. The upgrades include improved entrance gates, comfort stops, duty stations, and anti-poaching infrastructure, aimed at strengthening conservation and enhancing visitor experience.

    1 April 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 31 March

  1. N$166 million park infrastructure upgrades enhance conservation and tourism

    Namibia's Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has inaugurated newly constructed and renovated infrastructure across Etosha, Hardap, and Bwabwata National Parks, valued at N$166 million and co-funded by Germany's development bank. The upgrades include enhanced facilities, staff stations, and utilities designed to strengthen wildlife protection and improve visitor experiences.

    31 March 2026 · Informanté →

  2. New waste facility at Etosha underscores environmental education importance

    The Minister of Environment has inaugurated a Solid Waste Management Facility at Etosha National Park, emphasizing the need for environmental education alongside infrastructure to improve waste management practices. The facility, funded by the Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia, addresses poor waste management at wildlife resorts and will be operated by Rent-A-Drum.

    31 March 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 13 March

  1. Namibia receives 148 green energy project proposals worth N$16.5b

    The Namibian government has received 148 project proposals for its Green Hydrogen Programme, representing potential investments of around US$1 billion. Of these, 77 projects align closely with the programme's objectives, covering clean energy, industrial development, infrastructure, and climate-smart agriculture, with the initiative aiming to mobilise over US$1 billion in total investment through concessional climate finance and development bank support.

    13 March 2026 · New Era →

  2. Etosha to inaugurate wildlife protection and waste facilities

    Namibia's environment and tourism ministry will inaugurate new light infrastructure, a solid waste management facility, and Wildlife Protection Service duty stations at Etosha National Park on 28 March. The improvements aim to strengthen ranger patrols against poaching, improve wildlife monitoring, and manage visitor waste to protect animals and the park's natural environment.

    13 March 2026 · New Era →

Saturday 7 March

  1. President backs alternative building technology for housing

    President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for further exploration of alternative housing technologies after inspecting a demonstration house built using Alternative Building Technology (ABT) panels in Okahandja Park. The President directed government officials to explore how the technology could be scaled up to help address Namibia's housing backlog, and commended the Namibian entrepreneurs behind the initiative.

    7 March 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 20 February

  1. EU donates vehicles to boost livestock health in north

    The European Union has donated nine vehicles valued at N$10 million to Namibia's Ministry of Agriculture, including eight Land Cruiser bakkies and two mobile veterinary clinics, to strengthen animal health surveillance and disease control in the Northern Communal Areas. The fleet will support efforts to combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease, improve traceability, and help farmers meet export standards.

    20 February 2026 · New Era →

Saturday 24 January

  1. Namibia pursues nuclear power through global partnerships and strategy

    Namibia is advancing plans to develop nuclear power generation through international partnerships and compliance with global benchmarks, with the National Planning Commission director noting the move aims to diversify the mining sector, reduce electricity imports, and capture greater value from uranium production. The government has approved a National Nuclear Industry Strategy that includes establishing a Nuclear Institute of Namibia and transferring atomic energy administration to the National Planning Commission.

    24 January 2026 · The Namibian →

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