Digital Infrastructure

Paratus Group launches Paratus 500

Pan African telecommunications network services provider, Paratus Group, has announced the launch of “Paratus 500”, a defining milestone following the Group’s expansion into seven additional African markets earlier this year, including Eswatini, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zimbabwe. Paratus is now licensed to operate in 15 African countries, and with this expansion, the Group becomes one of the first pan African telcos to cover over 500 million people […]

10 November, 2025

Local

Three years on: Paratus has used Equiano to shape SADC connectivity landscape

Paratus Group Executive Chairman, Barney Harmse, assists with the landing of the Equiano cable in Swakopmund, Namibia, 2022 14 July 2025 - Three years after the Equiano subsea cable landed in Swakopmund, Namibia, in June 2022, pan-African telco and network services provider Paratus Group has leveraged its capacity to reshape the connectivity landscape across Southern Africa. As the landing partner for Equiano in Namibia, Paratus was uniquely positioned to drive […]

14 July, 2025

Namibia

Namibia ranks among slowest for Internet speed, experts weigh in

Image contributed by: Cirrus Capital Namibia has been ranked among the world's slowest for internet speed, placing 143rd out of 152 countries in the 2025 Speedtest Global Index by Ookla. The country also performs poorly in digital quality, e-security, and e-governance, according to Surfshark's 2024 Digital Quality of Life Index. Technology and economic experts say the ranking reveals long-standing issues in the country’s internet infrastructure, with concerns over limited competition […]

24 February, 2025

Business / Economics

30 January-6 February 2025 Weekly Economics Wrap: Tourism, Telecommunications, and Global Economic Trends

The local hospitality industry in Namibia is undergoing a significant shift as several major hotels transition from fixed rates to dynamic pricing. This move, influenced by international trends and increasing operational costs, has raised concerns about the impact on domestic tourism, already facing economic challenges. A recent survey by The Brief revealed that fluctuating rates could affect local tourism, making it difficult for many Namibians to access affordable accommodations. This […]

6 February, 2025

Opinion Pieces

Embracing the digital future: the crucial role of digital literacy in Namibia

Issued By Mrs. Hilya Mhani, Manager: Consumer Relations and Advocacy In today's interconnected world, digital literacy is a fundamental skill required in all areas of life. As an Authority, we recognise the transformative power of digital literacy. It extends beyond basic technology use to include critical navigation, evaluation, and creation of information on digital platforms. Digital literacy encompasses various competencies: using digital devices like computers, smartphones, and tablets; navigating the […]

25 June, 2024

Namibia

Namibia’s National Digital Strategy workshop commences in the capital

The fourth validation workshop on Namibia's National Digital Strategy for 2024 to 2028 commenced in Windhoek on Wednesday. The National Digital Strategy aims to articulate the dream of Namibia's digital transformation and enhance the nation's understanding of transformation into a digitally literate, innovative and inclusive society. During the one-day event, Executive Director of the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, Audrin Mathe, said Namibia stands at a critical moment […]

11 January, 2024