insert_link NamibiaCRAN 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 LocalParatus 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 […] today10 November, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsMTC removes limit on prepaid Aweh bundles MTC mobile home (Photo: MTC website) Mobile operator MTC has announced the removal of its three-package limit on prepaid Aweh subscriptions, enabling customers to activate unlimited bundles. The change means users can now stack multiple packages at once, a move the company says will meet growing demand for flexibility and convenience. General Manager Andreas Gustav explained that the decision reflects MTC’s commitment to adapting its services to customer needs, while […] today8 September, 2025
insert_link NamibiaCRAN 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
insert_link Dr. Sam NujomaYoung Inventor Credits Nujoma for Educational Support Simon Petrus, a 29-year-old inventor known for creating a SIM-free phone, has revealed that the late Founding President, Sam Nujoma, played a crucial role in his journey by funding his education. This report is compiled by One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Ketemba Tjipepa. today26 February, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsParatus Namibia Reports Cybersecurity Breach as expert weighs in Paratus Namibia has confirmed a cybersecurity breach compromising its internal IT systems, raising concerns over data security within the telecommunications sector. In a statement to the Namibia Securities Exchange, the company disclosed that unauthorized activity had been detected, prompting an immediate investigation. As cybersecurity threats intensify globally, technology expert Nrupesh Soni underscores the urgent need for businesses to fortify their digital defenses against potential breaches. today21 February, 2025
