Telecom Namibia CEO who led the company for six years before departing in July 2026 to take a senior role with CRASA.
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The Namibian
Dr Stanley Shanapinda takes up regional executive role
“The appointment follows a competitive regional recruitment process and will see Shanapinda lead the organisation responsible for promoting regulatory harmonisation and cooperation among communication regulators in the Southern African Development Community.”
Telecom CEO takes up regional executive roleThe Namibian
Shanapinda served as Telecom Namibia's chief executive since 2021
“Shanapinda has served as Telecom Namibia's chief executive since 2021, overseeing a period of transformation that included network modernisation, digital transformation initiatives, improvements in customer experience and the implementation of the company's integrated strategic business plan 2023–2027.”
Telecom CEO takes up regional executive roleNamibian Sun
Dr Stanley Shanapinda will step down from Telecom Namibia on 1 July
“Telecom Namibia CEO Dr Stanley Shanapinda will step down from the state-owned telecommunications company on 1 July after accepting a senior regional appointment with the Communicat...”
Shanapinda exits Telecom for CRASA roleNamibian Sun
Dr Stanley Shanapinda accepted a senior regional appointment with CRASA
“Telecom Namibia CEO Dr Stanley Shanapinda will step down from the state-owned telecommunications company on 1 July after accepting a senior regional appointment with the Communicat...”
Shanapinda exits Telecom for CRASA roleThe Namibian
CEO Stanley Shanapinda apologised to customers for recent network disruptions
“TELECOM Namibia chief executive officer (CEO) Stanley Shanapinda yesterday apologised to customers for recent network disruptions, vowing intensified efforts in strengthening infrastructure and preventing future outages.”
Telecom CEO apologises for outages, cites vandalismThe Namibian
Shanapinda attributed the disruptions to international connectivity failures and local infrastructure challenges, including copper theft and vandalism
“Shanapinda attributed the disruptions to a combination of international connectivity failures and local infrastructure challenges, including widespread copper theft and vandalism.”
Telecom CEO apologises for outages, cites vandalismInformanté
Dr Stanley Shanapinda apologised to the nation for recent network failures experienced by Telecom Namibia
“THE Chief Executive Officer of Telecom Namibia, Dr Stanley Shanapinda, has apologised to the nation for the recent network failures experienced by the service provider, stating that he takes full responsibility and that the outage was caused by two high-capacity international links to South Africa.”
Telecom Namibia clarifies recent network outagesInformanté
Dr Stanley Shanapinda said Telecom Namibia is engaging NamPol on copper theft issue
“Dr Shanapinda said the institution is engaging NamPol on this growing concern.”
Telecom Namibia clarifies recent network outagesThe Namibian
Chief executive Stanley Shanapinda says the programme includes upgrades to core routing systems and acceleration of broader network modernisation efforts
“Telecom Namibia chief executive Stanley Shanapinda says the programme includes upgrades to core routing systems, the decommissioning of unstable international connectivity routes, and the acceleration of broader network modernisation efforts to ensure more stable and continuous service delivery.”
Telecom Namibia to roll out infrastructure upgrades through to 2027Informanté
Chief Executive Officer Dr Stanley Shanapinda apologised for the inconvenience caused
“Chief Executive Officer Dr Stanley Shanapinda apologised for the inconvenience caused, adding that while the disruption originated from external factors, the company acted swiftly to restore services and implement safeguards.”
Technical fault on international routes causes Telecom Namibia service disruptionsShanapinda, who led Telecom Namibia for six years, has been appointed to lead an organisation responsible for promoting regulatory harmonisation and cooperation among communication regulators in the Southern African Development Community. A new chief executive will be recruited once Telecom Namibia's new board starts on 3 June.
21 hours ago · The Namibian →
Shanapinda, who led Telecom Namibia for six years, has been appointed to lead an organisation responsible for promoting regulatory harmonisation and cooperation among communication regulators in the Southern African Development Community. A new chief executive will be recruited once Telecom Namibia's new board starts on 3 June.
21 hours ago · The Namibian →
Telecom Namibia CEO Dr Stanley Shanapinda will step down from the state-owned telecommunications company on 1 July after accepting a senior regional appointment with CRASA (the Communications Regulators Association of Southern Africa).
3 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Telecom Namibia CEO Stanley Shanapinda apologized for network disruptions that occurred between 15 and 16 April, attributed to international connectivity failures, copper theft, and vandalism. The company is implementing infrastructure upgrades, enhanced security, and collaboration with law enforcement to prevent future outages.
21 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Telecom Namibia CEO Dr Stanley Shanapinda apologized for extended fixed and mobile internet service outages on 15–16 April 2026, caused by failure of two high-capacity international links to South Africa. He attributed the extended recovery time to structural vulnerabilities where legacy and modern network systems intersect, and announced plans to accelerate modernization programmes and upgrade border routing infrastructure.
20 April 2026 · Informanté →
Telecom Namibia is rolling out infrastructure upgrades to strengthen network resilience and modernize systems, including core routing improvements, fixed-mobile convergence, and billing platform modernisation, with projects continuing through early 2027. The company plans to invest more than N$2.3 billion over coming years for fibre-to-the-home expansion, mobile network upgrades to 4.5G and 5G preparation, and improved international connectivity, supported by a N$405 million social loan from RMB Namibia.
20 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Telecom Namibia confirmed that recent network disruptions were caused by a technical fault on external international connectivity routes, leading to slower speeds and intermittent access. The company's teams responded immediately and implemented corrective measures including traffic redirection and equipment upgrades to restore and stabilize services.
18 April 2026 · Informanté →
Telecom Namibia has given the Brave Gladiators women's football team 30 smartphones worth approximately N$100,000 following their COSAFA Women's Championship victory, with the CEO citing the team's historic achievement and commitment to supporting women's sport in Namibia.
1 April 2026 · New Era →
Rand Merchant Bank Namibia has extended a N$405 million seven-year loan to Telecom Namibia to fund its five-year transformation strategy, aimed at improving broadband access and mobile network capacity nationwide to ensure citizens have access to reliable and affordable digital services.
27 March 2026 · The Namibian →
RMB Namibia has provided Telecom Namibia with a N$405 million seven-year social loan to upgrade infrastructure and expand connectivity, particularly to underserved areas, through fibre-to-the-home rollout and mobile network upgrades. The investment aims to improve digital access across the country and reduce the connectivity gap between urban and rural areas.
26 March 2026 · New Era →