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Erasmus Nekundi

Erasmus Nekundi — MTC corporate communications leader recognized among Africa's top 100 communicators by Africa PR Week.

2025-01-292026-09-06

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  1. January 2026
  2. The Namibian

    Erasmus Nekundi has been named among Africa PR Week's Top 100 corporate communications leaders

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    FNB Namibia and Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) spokespersons, Kirsty Watermeyer and Erasmus Nekundi have been named among Africa PR Week's Top 100 corporate communications leaders.

    PR leaders from Namibia earn continental honour
  3. January 2025
  4. The Namibian

    Erasmus Nekundi is MTC's communications practitioner

    Source

    MTC's communications practitioner Erasmus Nekundi said when reassuring the union that they intend to stand by their commitment.

    Namibia Rugby Union upbeat about MTC Regional 15s
Society

Police warn of fraudsters exploiting villagers in SIM card scams

The News

Namibian police say fraudsters recruit vulnerable people to register SIM cards using their identities, which are then used for fraud in urban areas. Police inspector Petrus Sakaria warned against allowing others to register SIM cards using personal details, citing cases involving fake wallet scams, investment scams, and identity theft.

30 August 2026 · The Namibian

Sunday 30 August

  1. Police warn of fraudsters exploiting villagers in SIM card scams

    Namibian police say fraudsters recruit vulnerable people to register SIM cards using their identities, which are then used for fraud in urban areas. Police inspector Petrus Sakaria warned against allowing others to register SIM cards using personal details, citing cases involving fake wallet scams, investment scams, and identity theft.

    30 August 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 16 July

  1. MTC opens 40th retail store at Okongo

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited has opened a mobile home at Okongo, its 40th retail store nationwide, offering customers access to SIM registration, contract applications, account payments and other services without travelling long distances. The expansion is part of MTC's efforts to improve telecommunications access across Namibia, with additional planned outlets in Walvis Bay, Okuryangava, Omaruru, Otjinene and potentially Outjio.

    16 July 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 29 June

  1. MTC Content Creation Awards overhauls voting after security breach

    The MTC Content Creation Awards 2026 has changed its voting process following a security breach last year when winners were leaked before the official ceremony. The organisers have introduced external judges and tightened security measures to rebuild public trust after the incident triggered criticism from creators on social media.

    29 June 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 26 June

  1. MTC launches 2026 Content Creator Awards with 24 categories

    MTC Namibia launched the Content Creator Awards 2026 in Windhoek on Thursday, introducing 24 categories including hair and beauty, fashion and lifestyle, with the workshop and main ceremony both scheduled for October. Organisers say the event aims to foster collaboration and professionalisation among creators while inspiring the next generation to create and monetise content.

    26 June 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 10 June

  1. MTC opens first retail outlet in Okongo in August 2026

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited is opening its first retail store in Okongo, Ohangwena Region, bringing its countrywide total to 40 stores. The new Mobile Home will offer SIM card replacements, contract applications, account payments, and other services to residents who currently travel nearly 100 kilometres to Eenhana.

    10 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Tuesday 9 June

  1. MTC discontinues free SMS benefit on airtime recharges

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) will discontinue free SMS messages previously offered to customers upon airtime recharge, effective 10 September.

    9 June 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 14 April

  1. MTC's 2026 Marketing Indaba budget rises to N$4.6 million

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited increased spending on its second annual Branding and Marketing Indaba to N$4.6 million, up from N$4.4–4.5 million the previous year, primarily due to the introduction of Excellence Awards with N$20,000 prizes per category and an increase in delegates from 300 to 400.

    14 April 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 8 April

  1. MTC 4Life trains youth in practical skills and entrepreneurship

    MTC's flagship corporate social investment program, launched in 2022, equips young Namibians aged 18–35 with vocational training in trades including baking, hairdressing, and cell phone repair, providing each trainee with N$5,000 in startup support and tools. Since launch, the initiative has trained 161 youth countrywide and invested approximately N$6 million.

    8 April 2026 · New Era

Monday 16 March

  1. Minister criticized for blaming pensioners targeted by online scams

    Minister Emma Theofelus drew criticism from consumer activists after stating that pensioners falling victim to online scams bear responsibility for protecting themselves, while activists argue the government should run awareness campaigns and opponents point to legislative gaps in data protection and cybercrime laws.

    16 March 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 22 January

  1. Namibian PR leaders named among Africa's top 100 communicators

    FNB Namibia's Kirsty Watermeyer and MTC's Erasmus Nekundi have been recognized by Africa PR Week among the continent's top 100 corporate communications leaders, a list that honours professionals demonstrating leadership, strategic influence, and ethical communication practices.

    22 January 2026 · The Namibian

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