Also known as: Ministry of Information and Communication · Ministry of Information · the ministries of information · ICT ministry · MICT · Ministry of Information, Communications, and Technology · ICT · Ministry of Information and Communication Technology – Republic of Namibia · Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) · Ministry of Information and Communications Technology · MICT in Kavango West
Namibian government ministry overseeing ICT policy, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and media sector engagement; launched 2025–2030 digital expansion strategy.
Industries, Mines and Energy Minister Modestus Amutse said Namibia has adequate fuel supply with no need for panic buying, though global oil prices remain sensitive to Middle East developments. The government has cut fuel levies by 50% to help stabilize prices, and the public is urged to buy responsibly.
28 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Industries, Mines and Energy Minister Modestus Amutse said Namibia has adequate fuel supply with no need for panic buying, though global oil prices remain sensitive to Middle East developments. The government has cut fuel levies by 50% to help stabilize prices, and the public is urged to buy responsibly.
28 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The New Era Publication Corporation says it is committed to supporting government initiatives through staff training programmes and youth internships, including a hackathon for innovative problem-solving, while also introducing cybersecurity training and psychological support services. The corporation faces financial challenges after a three-percent cut to government subsidy, but the Information and Communication Technology minister encouraged revenue-building efforts.
27 March 2026 · New Era →
Prime Minister Dr. Elijah Ngurare has defended Namibia's rejection of Elon Musk's Starlink proposal, saying Namibian laws must apply equally to all foreign investors regardless of geopolitical ties. The government turned down the 100% foreign-owned venture due to national security concerns, insisting that any company providing services in Namibia must allow local ownership and benefit to Namibians.
26 March 2026 · Informanté →
E-hailing company Yango Namibia said it is taking steps to comply with regulatory requirements from the Ministry of Works and Transport, including public passenger permit standards, while working with fleet partners and investigating reports of unregistered drivers.
22 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's transport and ICT ministries have given unregistered e-hailing operators including Yango, InDrive, and Lefa 56 days to obtain public passenger permits or face vehicle impoundment. The requirement follows a meeting between transport minister Veikko Nekundi and operators, with platforms given 28 days to ensure full compliance and the ministries a further 28 days to verify, before enforcement action.
22 March 2026 · The Namibian →
E-hailing operators in Namibia have been given 56 days to comply with road transport regulations following a meeting by the Ministers of Information and Communication Technology and Works and Transport. The compliance period includes 28 days for operators to ensure full adherence and an additional 28 days for government verification, with both ministers committed to addressing legislative shortcomings.
20 March 2026 · Informanté →
Oshakati State Hospital is struggling with patient record storage due to space shortages and budget constraints, with files stored on floors and unusable beds in non-compliant temporary facilities. The hospital has begun relocating some records to an external warehouse, while government officials call for urgent revision of the Archives Act and improved data governance standards.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Poor living conditions and lack of employment and services in rural areas are driving Namibians to towns and cities, with the rural and urban population now roughly equal. The government is implementing programmes including small-scale farming support and infrastructure development in rural areas to create opportunities and encourage people to remain in villages.
19 March 2026 · New Era →
Khomas regional leadership has announced a two-day Independence Day programme, with schools continuing normally on Friday 20 March and a youth-focused pre-event at Zoo Park, while the main celebration will be held on 21 March at Sam Nujoma Stadium in Katutura East, starting at 09:00 with gates opening at 06:00.
19 March 2026 · Informanté →
NamPost reported progress in strengthening operations and advancing digital transformation at its AGM, declaring an N$8 million dividend to the government. The entity highlighted initiatives under its "Project Sky" digital programme, including digital money transfers and ATM rollouts, while expanding financial services access through its 148 nationwide service points.
18 March 2026 · Informanté →