The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture (MEYSAC) invites members of the public and all interested stakeholders to participate in national consultations on the development of Namibia’s National Space Science and Technology Bill.
The consultations form part of the Ministry’s stakeholder engagement process to obtain public input on the proposed legislative framework for the development, regulation, and promotion of space science and technology in Namibia. This comprehensive consultation process reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring that Namibia’s space sector development is informed by diverse perspectives from across the nation.
The Bill represents a critical step in establishing the institutional and legal foundation necessary to guide Namibia’s space activities, supporting research, innovation, and commercial development whilst ensuring alignment with international space law and national development priorities.
Nationwide Consultation Schedule
Consultations will be conducted across all fourteen regions from 1 July to 12 August 2026. The schedule includes:
Northern Regions
- 1 July 2026 – Kunene Region, Opuwo at 08h30
- 3 July 2026 – Ohangwena, Oshana, Oshikoto and Omusati Regions, Oshakati at 08h30
- 14 July 2026 – Kavango East and Kavango West Regions, Rundu at 08h30
- 17 July 2026 – Zambezi Region, Katima Mulilo at 08h30
Central and Coastal Regions
- 7 July 2026 – Erongo Region, Swakopmund at 08h30
- 10 July 2026 – Otjozondjupa Region, Otjiwarongo at 08h30
Southern Regions
- 21 July 2026 – Hardap Region, Mariental at 08h30
- 24 July 2026 – Karas Region (venue to be confirmed)
- 28 July 2026 – Omaheke Region, Gobabis at 08h30
Capital
- 12 August 2026 – Khomas Region, Windhoek at 08h30
How to Participate
The venues for all consultations will be communicated through the Ministry’s official Facebook page and other media platforms as the consultation dates approach. Members of the public, civil society organisations, academic institutions, industry representatives, and government stakeholders are encouraged to attend the consultation in their region and contribute their views on Namibia’s space science and technology legislative framework.
Contact Information
For further information regarding the consultations, please contact:
Mr. Jeremia Haipinge
Tel: +264 61 293 6020
Email: Jeremia.Haipinge@meysac.gov.na
Ms. Otja Tjiriange
Tel: +264 61 293 6074
Email: Otja.Tjiriange@meysac.gov.na
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