Modestus Amutse

Modestus Amutse (born 22 July 1967 in Oshikuku, Omusati Region) is a Namibian politician, currently serving as a Deputy Minister of Information, Communication and Technology as of 9 February 2024.

Career
Before becoming a politician, Amutse served as a freelance journalist at the Namibia Broadcasting Coorporation (NBC). He also served as an Oshikuku Constituency Councilor for 10 years and Chairperson of Omusati Regional Councilor (2015 – 2020) respectively. Prior becoming the Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Amutse is serving as a Member of the National Assembly (2020-2025).

Interests
His legislative interests lies in information communication technology and how it enhance governance.

As a parliamentarian, Amutse advocated for proper use of social media and cautioned citizens against the abuse of social media to spread false and malicious information designed to mislead the public. One of the notable motion he brought forward in the parliament was the introduction of a framework seeks to provide free wifi access to all Namibians.

Amutse is also the author of the book titled: Omithitu nomakuya ga ka nale.

Education
Amutse's qualifications range from MBA-ESAMI- 2016; FCIS-ICCSA- 2006; Public Governance (Hons) -2018- ICSA; MA in Communication – IUA -2016.