insert_link Business / EconomicsNamibia Women in Finance & Insurance Summit 2025 champions gender diversity, inclusion, and equality The 4th Namibia Women in Finance and Insurance Summit convened in Windhoek, drawing leading female professionals to discuss innovation, legacy-building, and the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in promoting inclusive growth. The summit, which focused on the impact of digital transformation in the finance and insurance sectors, emphasized the need to empower women by providing them with access to financial tools, leadership opportunities, and decision-making roles. CEO Sisedi Investment […] today16 May, 2025 26
insert_link NamibiaGIPF urges pensioners and beneficiaries to complete biometric verification The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has issued a reminder to all pensioners, children, and spousal beneficiaries to complete their Biometric Verification (proof of life) for the period ending 30 June 2025. Beneficiaries can visit their nearest GIPF office or use the GIPF mobile verification app to ensure uninterrupted benefit payments. Biometric verification is a crucial process that ensures pension payments are made to the rightful recipients. GIPF GM: Marketing […] today6 March, 2025 36
insert_link NamibiaParliament is progressing with e-Parliament reform Parliament is progressing with its e-Parliament reform through an IT Retreat Workshop in Otjiwarongo. According to the report compiled by One Africa NewsOneOne's Envaalde Matheus, the workshop aims to finalise key ICT projects to enhance efficiency and accessibility and improve legislative methodologies. The retreat, led by the IT subdivision, aligns with preparations for the 8th parliament. today31 January, 2025 36
insert_link AfricaAfrica Faces Urgent Need for Data Centres to Support Digital Growt Africa will need a six-fold increase in data centres to 700 by 2050 to accelerate its digital transformation, according to an expert speaking on Monday to the News Day Nigeria publication. Amid this, calls are growing for countries to ratify the African Union’s Cyber Security and Data Protection Convention, which aims to build a secure information society across the continent. Forty countries, including Zimbabwe, are yet to sign the […] today26 November, 2024 19
insert_link Business / EconomicsTelecom Upgrades Infrastructure with N$35.5 Million FTTx Projects Telecom has successfully completed eight Fibre-to-the-X projects, investing around N$35.5 million to enhance the country’s communication infrastructure. CEO Stanley Shanapinda highlighted that these 2023-2024 projects aim to replace outdated copper infrastructure, which has been vulnerable to theft and damage, with more reliable and efficient fibre technology. today20 November, 2024 58
insert_link LocalTHE NAMIBIAN GOVERNMENT: SUSTAINING THE FUTURE OF BROADCASTING 12 NOVEMBER – WINDHOEK As Namibia strides forward into an era defined by rapid technological advancement and shifting consumer behavior, the broadcasting sector remains a cornerstone of information dissemination and cultural expression. With a population of approximately 3 million, Namibia’s media landscape encompasses a vibrant mix of public, private, and community broadcasters vying for the attention of an increasingly discerning audience. However, navigating the complexities of a digital revolution […] today12 November, 2024 17
insert_link NamibiaBCX Namibia Transform Summit set for tomorrow The 3rd annual BCX Namibia Transform Summit, themed "Guardians of the Cloud: Securing the Future," takes place tomorrow. It will bring together industry leaders and decision-makers to address challenges and discuss solutions to future-proof organizations in the ICT sector. Here is Garith Peck, the Managing Executive of Cyber Security, at BCX. today24 September, 2024 80
insert_link UncategorizedNational ICT summit kicks off in Windhoek The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology is hosting the 8th National ICT Summit in Windhoek. The two-day event will outline a strategic roadmap for the development and integration of technology, focusing on creating an inclusive society through the growth of ICT. During the opening ceremony, Information Minister Emma Theofelus shared the importance of ensuring that digital transformation benefits all Namibians and promotes sustainable development across various sectors. Minister Theofelus […] today9 September, 2024 45
South AfricaSouth Africa’s Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber has urged Parliament to support the digital transformation South Africa's Home Affairs minister, Leon Schreiber has urged Parliament to support the digital transformation of his department to safeguard national security. Speaking to Parliament's portfolio committee on Home Affairs, Schreiber warned that outdated, paper-based systems leave the department vulnerable to fraud, corruption, and identity theft. He says only a digital-first approach can resolve these issues, enhance service delivery, and prevent further threats to the country’s security: today21 August, 2024 35