Motorists will face higher fuel prices starting at midnight on 8 May 2026.

The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Modestus Amutse, denied claims that NAMCOR received bail-outs from foreign entities.

This clarification follows concerns raised by IPC MP Ferdinand Hengombe seeking clarity on the matter.

Industries, Mines and Energy Minister Modestus Amutse has reiterated his ministry's dedication to uplifting all members of society, especially those who often face marginalisation.

Industries, Mines and Energy Minister Modestus Amutse has called on all Regional Electricity Distributors to ensure that electricity is reliable, affordable, and accessible to all citizens by 2028, regardless of their economic status.

Fuel prices will rise effective 1 April 2026 due to surging global oil prices.

The government says it remains committed to ensuring a stable, reliable, and secure supply of essential resources while proactively addressing risks.

Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Modestus Amutse, says the green hydrogen programme falls within Vision 2030 and the Sixth National Development Plan, with a clear objective to transition Namibia from a primary commodity exporter to a diversified, industrialised economy.

Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy (MIME) Modestus Amutse said that the possible retrenchment of 35 local diamond polishers from the Almod Diamonds mining company stems from a court decision relating to issues of non-compliance by a state-owned company. 

Industries, Mines, and Energy Minister Modestus Amutse has highlighted that while expanding access to electricity remains a national development priority, the cost of such an exercise remains a concern.

The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Modestus Amutse, said it is not within his mandate to extend or terminate contracts of CEOs within mining companies.

The Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Modestus Amutse, has embarked on an official visit to the Erongo Region to assess mining activities and advance government plans for natural resource beneficiation.