Empowering Youth in Southern Namibia: Green Hydrogen Scholarship Programme
Key Ideas
- Governor McNab urges youth in the Hardap Region to apply for the Green Hydrogen Scholarship Programme for TVET, aiming to tackle challenges like unemployment and poverty.
- Green hydrogen is seen as a solution to various issues in the region, with an emphasis on stimulating the economy and creating new industries.
- The initiative offers fully funded training in disciplines related to the green hydrogen value chain, such as welding, solar installation, and electrical engineering.
- The application period for the Namibia Green Hydrogen TVET Programme ends on 18 July 2025, targeting eligible youth from the Hardap and //Kharas Regions.
The Governor of the Hardap Region in Namibia is encouraging young people to apply for the Green Hydrogen Scholarship Programme, offering funding for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). During the State of the Region Address, the Governor emphasized green hydrogen as a key solution to challenges like unemployment and poverty. He highlighted the potential impact of green hydrogen on sectors such as logistics, agriculture, and sustainable manufacturing. The scholarship program, part of the Namibia Green Hydrogen TVET Programme, aims to train young Namibians in disciplines related to the green hydrogen value chain and supporting industries. Disciplines include welding, fitting, solar installation, automotive mechatronics, electrical engineering, and plumbing. The Governor urged eligible youth in the Hardap and //Kharas Regions to apply for the fully funded training opportunities. The application deadline is on 18 July 2025. The program is viewed positively as a means to empower youth, stimulate the economy, and create new job opportunities in the region.