National Planning Commission of Namibia

Watch the Director General, Amb. Dr. Kaire Mbuende’s address the Gobabis community on Saturday during the commemoration of Namibia’s 36th Independence celebration.

Tomorrow: The Director General, Ambassador Dr. Kaire Mbuende, will join residents of the Omaheke Region in celebrating Namibian Independence Day.

Amb. Dr. Kaire Mbuende, met with the EU Ambassador to Namibia, H.E. Ana Beatriz Martins, to discuss the ongoing partnership between the EU and Namibia. EU supports Namibia across key sectors, including humanitarian assistance, economic development,& environmental sustainability.

The Director General and the entire NPC team wish our Executive Director, Mr. I-Ben Nashandi, a wonderful birthday. May the year ahead bring you good health, great wisdom, and continued success in your leadership.

Watch: Namibia has secured access to up to USD 250 million in concessional climate finance to support the country’s transition toward low-carbon industrial development through the Climate Investment Funds Industrial Decarbonisation Programme.

Tonight at 18h30, I’ll be joining @EagleFMNam for a conversation on how Namibia is gearing up to access 𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐔𝐒$250 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 through the Climate Investment Funds Industrial Decarbonisation Programme. This funding is an opportunity to unlock 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 development , 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐣𝐨𝐛𝐬; all key priorities aligned with Namibia’s National Development Plan 6. We’ll talk about how Namibia is building a strong pipeline of bankable projects, helping heavy industries move to cleaner technologies, and strengthening partnerships with global financial institutions to attract sustainable investment. The discussion also comes as Namibia prepares for the first workshop, taking place tomorrow, bringing together nearly 150 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐈𝐅 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 1 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 2026. If you’re passionate about Namibia’s future economy, innovation, climate action, and opportunities for young entrepreneurs, this conversation is for you. 🎧 𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. #GreenIndustrialisation #ClimateFinance

.@NPC_Namibia Director General Addresses Industrial Decarbonisation Programme Workshop Director General of the National Planning Commission, Kaire Mbuende, delivered the keynote address at Namibia’s Industrial Decarbonisation Workshop, outlining the country’s approach to the Climate Investment Funds’ Industrial Decarbonisation Programme. Mbuende said the programme gives Namibia access to up to US$250 million in concessional climate finance to support the transition towards low-carbon industrial development and advance the country’s economic priorities under the sixth National Development Plan (NDP 6). He said the financing facility will support industrial investment, enable projects led by Namibian companies, and encourage private sector participation while reducing pressure on public finances. According to Mbuende, the programme aligns with targets under Pillar One of NDP 6, which include expanding manufacturing, increasing the contribution of secondary industries to national output, and creating green jobs by 2030. “These initiatives will expand industrial value chains and position Namibia in emerging green markets,” he said. Mbuende concluded that the workshop aims to clarify the financing framework of the Climate Investment Funds and align project proposals with national priorities so they can move from concept to investment readiness. Report: Abigail Nalisa Photo: Contributed

Dr Mbuende said discussions on mineral value chains & industrial policy are about real lives & real opportunities, young graduates seeking employment, small enterprises aspiring to participate in emerging industries, & communities expecting development to translate into services.

The report supported by the Japan government & produced by the UNTAG, provides evidence-based & practical pathways for moving beyond the export of raw commodities toward value addition, industrialisation, and economic diversification. 2/3

“Sustainable development is achieved when resources are transformed into industries, industries into jobs & jobs into improved livelihoods for our people,” says Dr Kaire Mbuende, at the launch of the Rapid Assessment for Value Addition & Diversification to support Namibia report.

Watch NPC’s Director General, Amb. Dr. Kaire Mbuende, deliver remarks during the handover of one truck and eight Land Cruiser pick-ups to the @MAWLR_Nam under the Livestock Support Programme, funded by @EUinNamibia.

NPC Director General Amb. Dr Kaire Mbuende, met with the Minister of Works and Transport, Hon. Veikko Nekundi, alongside officials from the Ministry of Mines and Energy and Namport, sharing updates on a range of common national projects of mutual interest across the institutions.

Ambassador Dr. Kaire Mbwuende speaking at the World Economic Forum held in Davos, Switzerland.

Namibia is anchoring its nuclear energy ambitions on international partnerships and established global benchmarks as it considers nuclear power generation to strengthen energy security and add value to its uranium resources. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Director General of the National Planning Commission, Kaire Mbuende, said discussions around nuclear energy in Namibia are being driven by the need to diversify the mining sector, reduce reliance on imported electricity and capture more value from uranium production. Namibia is pursuing nuclear power generation as part of a broader strategy to enhance long-term energy security and support industrial development. thebrief.com.na/2026/01/namibi… #namibia #energy #nuclearenergy #partnerships #WorldEconomicForum2026 @wef @NPC_Namibia @NIPDB

I had an excellent meeting with Amb. Dr. Kaire Mbuende, Director General of the National Planning Commission, and we shared areas of mutual collaboration between both countries. 🇨🇺🫱🏾‍🫲🏼🇳🇦 @NamPresidency @NamibiaOPM @NPC_Namibia

@NCCI_Chamber @NIPDB The Director General highlighted the Task Force’s role will be to identify key reforms and catalytic investments for inclusive, sustainable growth. The Task Force on Economic Recovery will be chaired by Ms. Dagmar Honsbein. 3/3

Dr. Mbuende urged the Task Force to set a new standard of urgency and coherence: “Provide concrete strategies, coordinated actions, and implementable recommendations to drive Namibia’s Economic Recovery Programme.” 2/3

“Our country can no longer afford slow execution, fragmented effort, or business-as-usual approaches.” - Amb. Dr. Kaire Mbuende, NPC's Director General reaffirming the President’s call during the inaugural meeting of the Presidential Task Force on Economic Recovery. 1/3

Health Task Force will focus on strengthening Namibia’s health system, enhancing responsiveness, & ensuring it meets the needs of all. Housing & Land Task Force will address urgent social obligations by promoting access to dignified housing and serviced land for families. 3/3

These task forces are key instruments in accelerating the implementation of the NDP6 roadmap. • Economic Recovery Task Force: Will support efforts to unlock economic growth, strengthen investment, promote innovation, and expand opportunities, especially for the youth. 2/3

Her Excellency, President Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has officially commissioned the National Task Forces on Economic Recovery, Health and Housing & Land. Comprising of representatives from different sectors, they will be coordinated by the National Planning Commission 1/3.