Also known as: deputy agriculture minister Ruthy Masake · deputy minister of agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform · Masake · Hon. Ruthy Masake · Ruth Masake · Deputy Minister of Agriculture · Deputy Minister Masake · Deputy agriculture minister Ruth Masake
Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform promoting agricultural transformation, youth engagement, and aquaculture development in Namibia.
Swapo members of parliament have defended the petroleum bill, arguing it ensures resource benefits contribute to inclusive economic growth and long-term national capacity through local content, skills development, and environmental protection. An IPC opposition MP questioned whether proposed penalties for conflict-of-interest violations are adequate for a billion-dollar industry.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Swapo members of parliament have defended the petroleum bill, arguing it ensures resource benefits contribute to inclusive economic growth and long-term national capacity through local content, skills development, and environmental protection. An IPC opposition MP questioned whether proposed penalties for conflict-of-interest violations are adequate for a billion-dollar industry.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Deputy agriculture minister Ruthy Masake told young Namibians at an Oniipa engagement that the future of agriculture rests in their hands, urging them to embrace modern farming practices and access low-interest loans through the National Youth Development Fund launched in September 2025. Legislator Willem Amutenya stressed the need to commercialise production on communal land and secure reliable markets for northern region produce.
26 January 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's Deputy Minister of Agriculture has encouraged young people in Oshikoto Region to engage in farming and livestock enterprises, highlighting the region's fertile soils, rainfall, and labour advantages. She detailed government support mechanisms including the National Youth Development Fund, which offers collateral-free loans at 2–4% interest for agricultural ventures targeting youth aged 18–45, along with backing from the Development Bank of Namibia and Agribank.
24 January 2026 · Informanté →
Deputy Agriculture Minister Ruth Masake called on young people in the Zambezi region to become partners, producers, and leaders in Namibia's economic transformation through agriculture, fisheries, and natural resources, which have been prioritised under the Sixth National Development Plan for job creation and export growth. She highlighted available support including the National Youth Development Fund and financing options from the Development Bank of Namibia and Agribank, and described the region's strategic advantages in water resources, fertile land, and cross-border markets.
15 January 2026 · New Era →
The Ministry of Agriculture has reinforced locust control operations in Zambezi Region with response teams from six other regions, bringing extra vehicles and equipment. Control measures include surveillance, ground spraying at breeding sites, and farmer awareness initiatives, with four operational teams now deployed.
14 January 2026 · Informanté →