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Welcome
Introduction

We are excited to welcome you to the Effective Communicators Conference, a premier event that brings together communication professionals from various public and private agencies in Namibia to discuss best practices, innovations, and challenges in public communication, that will enable Namibian communicators to best communicate the agenda of the day.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with 250 professionals, including government officials and decision-makers, through match-making, workshops, and informal discussions to build partnerships.

High-Profile Speakers

Hear from leaders like President Nandi-Ndaitwah, Thabo Mbeki, and Larry Madowo on effective communication and leadership.

Learning

Gain insights from keynotes, panels, and workshops on digital transformation, crisis communication, and best practices to enhance your skills.

Government Focus

Explore communication strategies to support Namibia’s 2025 Government Agenda and economic priorities under President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.
Speakers
Welcome to Effective Communicators Conference 2025
Speakers
Our Speakers
Who's Speaking?

Listen to 6 impactful talks from top communication experts, connect with Namibia’s leading communicators and decision-makers, and network at exclusive post-conference discussions!

Her Excellency President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

[President]
Her Excellency Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is the current President of Namibia, having assumed office on

Hon Emma Theofelus

[Minister of Information and Communication Technology]
Hon. Emma Theofelus is Namibia’s Minister of Information, Communication and Technology as of 9

Larry Madowo

[Journalist (CNN)]
Larry Madowo, is a CNN International Correspondent, is known for his dynamic coverage of African politics,

Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Dr. Elijah Nguare

[Rt. Hon Prime Minister of Namibia]
Dr. Elijah Nguare is the Prime Minister of Namibia, a position indicating his leadership in the country’s
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Networking Opportunities
300
Delegates
25
Stakeholder Groups
20
Presenters
Schedule
[Our Timetable]
At What Time?

Today, what started as a small conference has turned into the unmissable rendez-vous for product people.

First Day
Wednesday 16 JULY 2025
Second Day
Thursday 17 JULY 2025
Third Day
Friday 18 JULY 2025
08:00am - 08:20am
Arrival of Delegates
Arrival of Delegates at the Dome in Swakopmund
08:30 am
Arrival of VVIPs
National & A.U. Anthems
Welcoming Remarks: Hon Governor Natalia/Goagoses (Erongo Region)
08:45am
Keynote Address: Hon Emma Theofelus:
Minister of Information and Communication Technology
09:00am
Larry Madowo Panel Discussion
Minister of Information & Communication Technology Hon. Emma Theofelus;
Executive Director: Dr. Audrin Mathe (Ministry of Information & Communication Technology):
The Government Narrative
10:00am
Tea/Coffee Break
10:30am
Presentations
Presentation 1: Hon Dino Balloti
Deputy Minister: Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts & Culture
Presentation 2: Dr. Sam Ntelamo (Chief Regional Officer)- Erongo Region:
Communicating The Erongo Story: A regional perspective
13:00am
Lunch Break
Cluster Sessions- Day 1

  • 14:00 - 14:45
    • Navachab Room: Press Statement Writing
      Skills - Wonder Guchu (NUST- Media Lecturer)
    • Swakop Uranium: Building Trust & Credibility in Public Communication - Federico Links (Researcher)
    • Room 3: Government Branding & Image Management - Frans Nghitila (Director: MICT)
  • 14:50 - 15:45
    • Navachab Room: Press Statement Writing Skills - Wonder Guchu (NUST- Media Lecturer)
    • Swakop Uranium: AI & Communications - Nashilongo Gervasius (NUST Director: Corporate Engagement)

End of Day 1
08:00am-08:20am
Arrival of Delegates
Arrival of Delegates at the Dome in Swakopmund
08:30am
Presentation
Archie Benjamin: Swakopmund CEO
Handling communication from a local authority perspective
09:00am
Larry Madowo Panel Discussion
Archie Benjamin (Swakopmund Town Council CEO) and Director Theo Nghitila (MICT):
Access to Information in Namibia
10:00am
Tea/Coffee Break
10:30 am
Presentations
Presentation 1: Mr. Luo Wei CEO Swakop Uranium: An economic Enabler
Presentation 2: Hilda Basson - Namundjebo (Director Oxygen Communication)
Internal Communications and Managing Leaks
Presentation 3: John Roos (Country Manager B2Gold)
Effectively communicating a sector: The B2Gold Story
13:00am
Lunch Break
Cluster Sessions- Day 2

  • 14:00 - 14:45
    • QKR Namibia Navachab Gold Room: PR Officers & The Press- Future Trends - Toivo Ndjebela (Editor - Namibian Sun)
    • Swakop Uranium: The Green Hydrogen Story and Public Participation - Jonah Musheko (Green Hydrogen)
    • Room 3: Media Complaints & Misinformation - Dr. John Nakuta (Former Media Ombudsman- UNAM Lecturer)
  • 14:50 - 15:45
    • QKR Namibia Navachab Gold Room: Building & Nurturing Media Relationships - Christof Maletsky (New Era CEO)
    • Swakop Uranium: TBC
    • Room 3: Interviewing techniques - Peter Denk (NBC Head of News)

End of Day 2
08:00am-08:20am
Arrival of Delegates
Arrival of Delegates at the Dome in Swakopmund
09:30am
Panel Discussion
Ricardo Goagoseb (Communication & Stakeholder Relations Lead) + Larry Madowo (CNN)
Bridging the gap: Effective Stakeholder Engagement for Service Delivery & Policy impact:
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy’s Approach
10:00am
Tea/Coffee Break
10:30am
Presentations
Presentation 1: George Botshiwe (M.D. Navachab Gold Mine)
Organizational Presentation
Presentation 2: Xinhua Presentation: Mr. Jin Zheng- Deputy Chief Editor
Presentation 3: Sam SHIVUTE (Commissioner: NAMRA): Telling Your Story:
The NAMRA Case Study
Presentation 4: Namport CEO: Mr. Andrew Kanime:
Communication Expectations From Executive Perspective: Namport as an economic enabler.
13:30am
Lunch
14h00am
Group Excursion: Key Economic Enabler Site Visit
End of Day 2

The Government Communicators Conference 2025 is a premier national event bringing together communication professionals from across public and private sectors to align, share, and enhance strategies that promote the Namibian government agenda.

Event Details

Venue: The Dome, Swakopmund, Erongo Region
Date: 16 - 18 July 2025
Organizers

Ministry of Information and Communication Techonology

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