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Namibian telecommunications operator investing in network infrastructure expansion, digital services, and corporate partnerships across the country.
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March 2026
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Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC)signed a Memorandum of Understanding withBotswana Fibre Networks (BoFiNet)
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“NAMIBIA's Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) and Botswana Fibre Networks (BoFiNet) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at enhancing cross-border connectivity and collaboration between the two nations.”
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC)providedN$450,000 for procurement of 4,000 reusable shopping bags and awareness campaign
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“THE Mobile Telecommunications Ltd (MTC) has provided N$450,000 for the procurement of 4,000 reusable shopping bags and for the rollout of an awareness campaign under the "Go Green, Skip the Plastic" initiative, which seeks to reduce reliance on single-use plastic bags and encourage residents to adopt more sustainable and environmentally friendly habits.”
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC)has pledgedN$450 000 to support Go Green, Skip the Plastic campaign
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“Mobile Telecommunications Ltd (MTC), in collaboration with the City of Windhoek, has pledged N$450 000 to support a new environmental campaign called Go Green, Skip the Plastic.”
Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC)received by the municipality4 000 reusable shopping bags valued at more than N$300 000
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“As part of the campaign, the municipality received 4 000 reusable shopping bags valued at more than N$300 000 from the Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC).”
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC)signed an agreement withBotswana Fibre Networks to strengthen cross-border digital connectivity
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“The Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) and Botswana Fibre Networks have signed an agreement to strengthen cross-border digital connectivity between Namibia and Botswana.”
Namibia Asset Management has grown its assets under management to N$23.1 billion over 30 years, with assets increasing by N$900 million year-on-year. The company reported an operating profit of N$9.4 million and revenue from contracts with customers rising 16.3% to N$43.7 million in the six months ending 31 March.
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Namibia Asset Management reaches N$23.1 billion in assets under management, reflecting long-term institutional financial growth.
Namibia Asset Management has grown its assets under management to N$23.1 billion over 30 years, with assets increasing by N$900 million year-on-year. The company reported an operating profit of N$9.4 million and revenue from contracts with customers rising 16.3% to N$43.7 million in the six months ending 31 March.
Mobile Telecommunications Limited has committed N$624.9 million towards upgrading telecommunications and digital infrastructure during the 2025/26 financial year. The investment will support network optimisation, tower construction, transmission expansion, and improved connectivity in underserved and remote communities.
Mobile Telecommunications Limited announced a N$624.9 million capital investment for 2025/26 to modernise network infrastructure, expand coverage to remote areas, upgrade ICT systems, build new towers, and invest in power infrastructure and strategic business initiatives.
MTC has commissioned a temporary containerised mobile retail outlet in Okuryangava, expected to operate for four months while a permanent facility is constructed and due for completion by end of September 2026. The expansion responds to growing demand for telecommunications services in Windhoek's high-density areas, where population is projected to grow by around 17,600 people annually.
John Nzundamo from Katima Mulilo has won a Jetour Dashing Deluxe SUV as the first grand prize winner of MTC's Fan Cup Trivia, a national campaign combining daily football trivia with customer rewards for MTC users. Three more luxury SUVs remain available until 19 July.
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has appointed Johanna Ileka as ICT systems specialist to strengthen the organisation's IT infrastructure. Her responsibilities include administration and maintenance of Cran's ICT environment, cloud platforms, virtualisation, data centre operations, identity and access management, and coordination of backup and disaster recovery systems.
Victoria Kambala, 30, joined SanlamAllianz on 1 April as marketing and communications consultant, bringing experience from roles with Namibia Dairies, Hartlief Namibia, and MTC Namibia. She holds an honours degree in business management from NUST Namibia and focuses on brand storytelling and connecting companies with communities.
Mobile Telecommunications Limited and National Housing Enterprise have signed a memorandum of understanding to expand telecommunications infrastructure in NHE housing developments across Namibia. The partnership will include co-trenching opportunities for fibre installation and other telecommunications services, aiming to reduce costs and accelerate internet access for residents.
National Council member Nestor Sheimi raised concerns that the lack of mobile network coverage along the road between Rosh Pinah and Oranjemund leaves motorists vulnerable, warning that lives could be lost if accidents occur. He called on the ministry and MTC to urgently install network towers capable of covering long distances and provide 5G services in the area.
A Windhoek resident submitted a 161-page dossier to the Security Commission in April 2025 requesting President Nandi-Ndaitwah remove inspector general Joseph Shikongo from office, alleging corruption, criminal interference, intimidation and abuse of state institutions. Nandi-Ndaitwah appointed major general Anne-Marie Nainda as acting inspector general, though the president did not publicly state reasons for the suspension.
Mobile Telecommunications Limited is calling on companies and institutions to create more internship opportunities for young Namibians through the Namibia National Internship Programme, which was launched in 2019 to help graduates enter the job market. MTC contributes N$2 million annually to the programme, which placed 332 interns in 2025 across more than 40 fields.
MTC Namibia and Rössing Uranium Limited inaugurated a private LTE network at the Rössing mine with four dedicated sites, aimed at improving mobile voice and data connectivity for operational zones. The partnership supports digital transformation in Namibia's mining sector, enhancing safety, coordination, and decision-making.
The MTC Netball Namibia Premier League resumes on 2 May, with defending champions NCS aiming to extend their dominance after winning a third consecutive title in 2025. Three newly promoted clubs—Smart Girls, Mighty Gunners, and Wanderers—enter the league as players begin receiving monthly allowances of N$500 under professionalization efforts.
Namibian boxer Paulinus 'Jon Jon' Ndjolonimus was knocked out in the fifth round by Jakob Bank in a WBC super middleweight world title eliminator in Denmark. Despite the defeat, his trainer and promoter described it as an impressive performance.
The Namibian publishes an opinion piece questioning whether Namibia's national conversation on jobs is aligned with its goal to create 500,000 jobs, given youth unemployment around 44% in 2023 and policies like expanded free tertiary education that will increase labour market entrants.
An opinion piece reflects on a Big Ben concert at Zoo Park, describing a chaotic but emotionally connected crowd that sang along enthusiastically, with moments including a live proposal, though the artist struggled with lyrics and the performance was imperfect overall.
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has allocated N$42.1 million under Phase 2 of the Universal Service Fund to MTC and Telecom Namibia to expand mobile and internet infrastructure into rural and underserved regions, including nine strategic RAN tower locations across five regions and connectivity to 15 public institutions. The project, 39% complete as of March 2026, supports Namibia's national development target of increasing internet penetration from 53% to 90% by 2030.
Paulinus 'John-John' Ndjolonimus is set to fight Denmark's unbeaten champion Jacob Banks this Saturday for the WBO Global Super Middleweight title and a WBC world title eliminator. Ndjolonimus, the WBO Africa Super Middleweight Champion, enters with a 20-1 record while Banks is undefeated at 18-0.
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has awarded Mobile Telecommunications Limited N$32.3 million through the Universal Service Fund Phase 2 project to deploy radio access network towers across five regions, extending connectivity to 15 public institutions including schools and clinics. The initiative supports the Sixth National Development Plan's digital inclusion priorities, with Phase 3 preparations underway for approximately N$65 million to benefit close to 16 communities.
The Lüderitz Crayfish Festival will run from 28 April to 3 May 2026 under the theme "Crayfish & Currents: Where Heritage Meets Innovation," blending the town's maritime traditions with its emerging status as an energy hub. The event will feature seafood, entertainment including musical performances and a beauty pageant, motor sports, and business networking opportunities.
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.
O&L BrandX was named Agency of the Year at the inaugural MTC Branding & Marketing Excellence Awards, while Namibia Dairies' MoreToLove campaign for Oshikandela won Advertising Campaign of the Year. The awards recognised 44 submissions across 15 categories at the second MTC Branding and Marketing Indaba.
The MTC Nestor Sunshine Boxing Academy will host the Tribute to Founding President Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma Boxing Bonanza on 9 May, featuring title defences by Fillipus Energy Nghitumbwa and Mateus Heita, alongside other top Namibian fighters. The event aims to celebrate Nujoma's legacy in sport development and position local fighters for world title opportunities.
Fillipus 'Energy' Nghitumbwa will defend his WBO Global super bantamweight title against Leonardo Carrillo of Colombia in a world title eliminator on 9 May at the Windhoek Showgrounds, as part of the 'Tribute to Dr Sam Nujoma Boxing Bonanza' event.
ICT minister Emma Theofelus opened the second MTC Branding and Marketing Indaba in Windhoek, emphasising the importance of marketing and branding professionals in shaping Namibia's global image. She called for stronger collaboration across the marketing and advertising sectors to position Namibia competitively as a destination for investment, tourism, talent and products.
MTC's Branding and Marketing Indaba, running until 10 April in Windhoek, involves N$4.6 million in investment from delegates and the company. The event, themed 'Marketing From the Heart', brings together marketing experts and aims to build meaningful connections, with government backing branding as key to Namibia's global positioning.
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.
The MTC Branding and Marketing Excellence Awards announced nominees across 15 categories, with 44 nominees selected from 109 entries following a merit-based vetting process. The inaugural awards ceremony will take place on 10 April at the Windhoek Country Club Resort to celebrate creativity and innovation in Namibia's marketing industry.
According to UN Resident Coordinator Hopolang Phororo, while Namibia has launched numerous job creation initiatives and aims to create 500,000 jobs, fragmented efforts without shared tracking and coordination are failing to deliver impact at scale. Phororo argues that the country must shift from launching new programmes to aligning existing ones with clear accountability for results, particularly in supporting small enterprises to grow and survive beyond their early years.
Former NFA administrator Barry Rukoro credits the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, launched in 2001, with identifying and nurturing talent that led to Namibia's 2015 Cosafa Cup win and subsequent international tournament qualifications. The partnership also transformed the NFA's commercial fortunes and spurred national football infrastructure development.