In Nkurenkuru, Namibia, the Kavango West governor Verna Sinimbo expressed disappointment at the low attendance during a Hyphen Hydrogen Energy stakeholder engagement, emphasizing the importance of informing Namibians about government initiatives and economic opportunities. The meeting, highlighted as a step towards inclusive economic transformation, aims to create long-term employment in the region. Sinimbo referenced President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's vision of supporting youth employment and SMEs, positioning the green hydrogen project as pivotal in Namibia's renewable energy transition and Africa's green industrial revolution. Hyphen's Senior Economic Development Manager emphasized hydrogen as a game-changer for Namibia's economy, with the potential to create thousands of jobs. The project focuses on local employment, aiming to generate 50,000 jobs during construction and 3,000 permanent positions during operations. Beyond export potential, the initiative offers benefits to local communities, including water and electricity supply to nearby areas. Nkurenkuru mayor Jafet Muti expressed excitement about the project's socio-economic development framework, highlighting its potential to uplift lives, stimulate economic growth, and support entrepreneurship.