Joined February 2017
- Tweets 983
- Following 204
- Followers 5,135
- Likes 423
312 Photos and videos
Yesterday, the Omaheke Regional Council, held a courtesy meeting with the NPC, discussing key development challenges facing the region and seeking guidance on aligning regional priorities with national development plans and government priorities.
1
3
131
Amb. Dr. Kaire Mbuende met with Mr. Daniel Barnes of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC). Discussions focused on economic growth, private sector investment, SME development & strengthening partnerships that support sustainable development, job creation, & shared prosperity
1
146
Amb. Dr. Kaire Mbuende, m is attending the World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition taking place in Rotterdam, where he will participate in strategic engagements, including delivering remarks on the progress being made in Namibia’s hydrogen sector & taking part in panel discussions 1/3
1
1
4
369
Hydrogen is among Namibia’s key priority sectors to drive economic growth, skills development & employment creation. Participation in the summit is thus key for engaging global industry experts, businesses & governments that have made major progress in the hydrogen production2/3
1
70
The summit takes place in Rotterdam, a city that has positioned itself as a major hub for Europe’s green hydrogen-driven development & a gateway to the rest of Europe, presenting opportunities for knowledge sharing, partnership building & investment engagement for Namibia 3/3.
77
NPC Executive Director, I-Ben Nashandi, says the Namibia's green hydrogen sector has moved beyond ambition, with clear policy direction anchored in the latest National Development Plan 6, and supported by a growing pipeline of projects 1/2
1
1
1
205
He said the question is no longer whether Namibia can participate in the global green hydrogen economy, but how quickly the country can move to implementation at scale, adding that Europe’s urgent need for reliable & sustainable energy makes the Namibia–EU partnership strategic.
65
Director General Dr. Kaire Mbuende said the signing of the renewed MoU between Namibia & the EU, together with the commitments to implement the roadmap, marks a renewed sense of urgency in advancing the various activities & commitments envisaged under the strategic framework 1/3
1
1
3
251
He was speaking at the closing of the EU–Namibia Business Forum, noting that initiatives under the new framework will support institutional strengthening, standards development, local authority capacity building, & critical raw materials strategy development, among others 2/3
1
86
“Let us carry forward the momentum, partnerships, & practical commitments that have emerged over the past two days,” he said, while reaffirming that Namibia remains open & ready for partnerships that promote industrial development, innovation, sustainability, & shared prosperity.
52
Watch: addressing the EU–Namibia Business Summit, Dr. Kaire Mbuende, reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to improving the business environment by streamlining administrative processes, strengthening institutional coordination & ensuring investors are able to operate with clarity.
2
2
194
NPC in collaboration with the MEIYSAC and Ministry of Finance, continues to coordinate engagements with line ministries and regional authorities to ensure the timely development and upgrading of sports facilities across all regions. 1/3
4
263
This initiative aims to professionalise sport and create more opportunities for youth development. Regional Governors are spearheading implementation in partnership with Regional Councils and line ministries, to ensure effective coordination, implementation & completion 3/3.
31
National Planning Commission of Namibia retweeted
Apr 30
A shared path forward 🇳🇦🇪🇺
Join the Namibia–EU Business Forum 2026 (11–13 May, Windhoek) to connect with leaders driving trade, investment & partnerships between Namibia and the EU.
Register now: eu-namibiabusinessforum.com.…
@MIRT_NAMIBIA @NIPDB
12
15
658
National Planning Commission hosted a courtesy visit from H.E. Asazuma Shinichi to strengthen Namibia–Japanrelations and advance development cooperation.
NPC plays a key role in mobilising, managing, and coordinating international partnerships for national development.
127
Amb. Dr. Kaire Mbuende participated in the Harvard Ministerial Leadership Forum, where he engaged in high-level discussions on global and regional development issues, including how African countries are financing their development ambitions amid ongoing global economic challenges
1
134
National Planning Commission of Namibia retweeted
Apr 22
1/ 📢 LAUNCHED | NAMIBIA–EU BUSINESS FORUM 2026
The Namibia–EU Business Forum 2026 has officially been launched by @MIRT_NAMIBIA @EUinNamibia @NPC_Namibia & @NIPDB
It’s scheduled to place on:
📅 11–13 May 2026
📍 Windhoek Country Club
📸 @nampapress
1
3
4
559
Today, the National Planning Commission (NPC) hosted the NUST Economics Society. Students were introduced to NPC’s role in driving Namibia’s development, including the formulation of National Development Plans (NDPs) and opportunities in public policy and planning. 1/3
1
6
572
Executive Director I-Ben Nashandi emphasised that NPC focuses on economic development and measuring development outcomes, rather than economic growth alone. Presentations were delivered by NPC economists working across key divisions.2/3
1
104
NPC’s core functions include setting development priorities, formulating NDPs, coordinating policies, strengthening monitoring & evaluation, and mobilising international cooperation to support Namibia’s socio-economic development.3/3
90