insert_link Local BANK OF NAMIBIA AND COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF NAMIBIA SIGN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING TO ENHANCE REGULATORY COOPERATION The Bank of Namibia (BoN) and the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) have formalised their cooperation with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Windhoek. This MoU strengthens collaboration between the two regulators, reinforcing their commitment to the effective regulation of the telecommunication and financial sectors in Namibia. BoN, established under the Bank of Namibia Act, (No. 1 of 2020), is tasked with promoting monetary stability, […] todayDecember 6, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Communications Regulatory Authority Pursues Tax Reductions for Cheaper Telecom Services Emilia Nghikembua, CEO of the Communications Regulatory Authority , announces a taxation study aimed at engaging the government to reduce taxes in the telecom sector. The goal is to make data and phone calls more affordable. Cran is also conducting a pricing study for voice clips, SMSes, and data to determine mobile service prices, with regulations to follow once completed. Stakeholder engagements have begun, with some licensees already reducing prices. […] todayApril 26, 2024 12
insert_link Lifestyle Letshego Women’s Conference Celebrates Sisterhood, Sand & Stories Untold Annually, on 8 March, the world commemorates International Women’s Day. This year’s theme, “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress,” focuses on the 5th Sustainable Development Goal. Women from all walks of life will gather at the Windhoek Country Club and Resort on 8 March 2024 for the Letshego Women’s Conference. The event will unite inspirational women from diverse backgrounds to connect and empower one another. The Letshego Women’s Conference, in collaboration […] todayMarch 6, 2024 21
insert_link Business / Economics Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia launches 5G consumer awareness campaign The 5G consumer awareness campaign has been launched by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia with the aim of educating the public about the implementation of 5G technology. In addition to highlighting opportunities for industry, and addressing myths and misinformation. CRAN's Chief Executive Officer Emilia Nghikembua. todayNovember 29, 2023 14