Emma Theofelus

Emma Inamutila Theofelus (born 1996 or 1997) is a Namibian politician. She was appointed Namibia’s deputy minister of information, communication and technology in March 2020, as part of Hage Geingob's second term cabinet.[1] In her role, she was tasked with assisting in leading public communication on preventative steps against Namibia's COVID19 pandemic.[2]

At the time of cabinet appointment, Theofelus was age 23 and one of Africa's youngest cabinet ministers.[2] Prior to her political appointment, she completed a law degree[3] at the University of Namibia. She is also a board member of the National Council of Higher Education.[4]

References
  1. Ikela, Selma (2020-03-24). "Born-free prepares for ministerial job". New Era Live. Retrieved 2020-04-19.
  2. du Plessis, Carien (17 April 2020). "Namibia's youngest MP enters the crucible as Africa's youth lead the way". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2020-04-19.
  3. Ngatjiheue, Charmaine (24 March 2020). "Nam's youngest MP takes office". The Namibian.
  4. "Ms. Emma Inamutila Theofelus". NCHE. Retrieved 24 April 2020.
  • "Deputy Minister". Republic of Namibia: Ministry of Information and Communication Technology.


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