insert_link Business / Economics 2026 Set for ICT Growth as per CRAN The Communications Regulatory Authority says 2026 will be a pivotal year for the ICT sector, building on milestones from 2025, including the launch of 5G, e-SIM technology, and the Universal Service Fund. CRAN notes that 5G is already transforming sectors like transport, logistics, and mining, with more industries expected to adopt private 5G networks this year. Mufaro Nesongano is CRAN’s Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations: today28 January, 2026
insert_link Namibia CRAN reviews 1,180 public submissions on Starlink licence application Starlink Texas factory (Photo by Advanced Technologies) The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has received 1,180 written public submissions on Starlink’s application for a telecommunications licence, with the overwhelming majority supporting the bid as regulators continue to assess compliance, ownership requirements, and broader national interest considerations. According to CRAN, 1,164 submissions were in favour of Starlink entering the Namibian market, while 16 opposed the application. The regulator says both […] today16 December, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Telecom and ICT Sectors Grow According to CRAN Telecom and ICT sectors grew July–September, with SIM cards up 3%, mobile broadband 6%, and dongle/router subscriptions surging 30%. Mobile data use increased, fixed-line subscriptions fell 2%, and pay-TV rose 3.5%. Postal services stayed stable. Mufaro Nesongano, CRAN’s Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations: today16 December, 2025
insert_link Namibia Phase Two of Connectivity Project Underway Says CRAN The Communications Regulatory Authority has allocated more than 42 million dollars in subsidies to advance Phase Two of the Universal Service Fund, focusing on improving mobile broadband and voice coverage in underserved regions. Mufaro Nesongano, Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations at CRAN, highlighted that schools and health facilities benefiting from the new infrastructure will enjoy free services for seven years. today21 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Communications Regulatory Authority Steps Up to Close Digital Divide in Rural Areas. Rural and underserved communities face limited access to technology and digital resources. Ms. Hilma Ingo, Officer for Consumer Relations and Advocacy at the Communications Regulatory Authority, highlighted that digital literacy depends on functional internet services and devices. To address this, the Communications Regulatory Authority donated eight computers and improved internet speeds to 50 Mbps at !Gochas and Koës Libraries, supporting enhanced connectivity and digital learning. today10 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Court Rules Against Exclusive Fibre Deal The High Court has ruled in favour of the Communications Regulatory Authority, invalidating a clause in a 2012 fibre lease agreement between NamPower, MTC, and Telecom Namibia. The clause had given operators exclusive access to NamPower’s dark fibre with automatic renewal. Mufaro Nesongano, Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations at CRAN, said the decision supports fair competition in the telecom sector. today25 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia hosted its first Digital Transformation and Entrepreneurship Breakfast in Windhoek. CRAN highlighted technology as the main driver for business growth. Mufaro Nesongano, CRAN’s Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations, said 4G coverage now reaches 91% of Namibians. He added that new satellite technologies are expanding access in remote areas, creating more opportunities for entrepreneurs. today9 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team warns of rising cyber threats from stolen data From the left, Dr Tulimevava Mufeti (CRAN), Mrs Emilia Nghikembua (CRAN), Hon Emma Theofelus (MICT) and Mr Elvis Nashilongo (CRAN)(Photo: Namibia Economist) The Namibian Cyber Security Incident Response Team (NamCSIRT) has raised alarm over a growing wave of global cyber threats linked to “stealer logs,” a form of malware that secretly extracts sensitive information such as passwords, banking details, and corporate data. According to NamCSIRT, more than 4.3 million devices […] today19 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia CRAN reviews telecom infrastructure sharing framework The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has concluded a high-level workshop in Windhoek to evaluate the country’s current telecommunications infrastructure sharing framework. The workshop brought together regulators, service providers, and key stakeholders to discuss a Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) report commissioned by CRAN in partnership with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The aim is to promote fair access to network infrastructure, reduce duplication of resources, and enhance connectivity […] today23 July, 2025
