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Mobile Telecommunications Limited

Also known as: MTC · Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) · Mobile Telecommunications Limited Namibia · Mobile Telecommunications Ltd · Mobile Telecommunications Company · Mobile Telecommunications Ltd (MTC) · Mobile communications company MTC · MTC Branding and Marketing Excellence Awards · MTC 4 Life 2026 · MTC board · MTC users · Mobile Telecommunication Limited · Mobile Telecommunication Company · MTC Namibia

Namibian telecommunications operator investing in network infrastructure expansion, digital services, and corporate partnerships across the country.

2018-07-272026-06-08
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What’s been said

Key points drawn from coverage. Tap a point to see the original sentence.

  1. February 2026

  2. The Namibian

    MTC supports 13 beneficiaries with combined value of N$19.3 million

    Source

    “MTC currently supports 13 beneficiaries, with a combined value of N$19.3 million.”

    MTC pushes accountability in N$30m sponsorship

  3. The Namibian

    MTC has total annual sponsorship investment exceeding N$30 million

    Source

    “When other sponsorship commitments are added, the company's total annual sponsorship investment exceeds N$30 million, placing it among the country's largest corporate contributors to sport, arts, culture and community development.”

    MTC pushes accountability in N$30m sponsorship

  4. The Namibian

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited appointed Trophimus Hiwilepo as chairperson of its board of directors, effective 13 February

    Source

    “Mobile Telecommunications Limited has appointed Trophimus Hiwilepo as chairperson of its board of directors, effective 13 February.”

    MTC appoints Trophimus Hiwilepo as board chairperson

  5. The Namibian

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited decided to award the advertising tender to another company, not DV8 Saatchi & Saatchi

    Source

    “As it turned out, the MTC board decided to award the advertising tender to another company, which had previously also had a contract to provide advertising services to MTC.”

    Veteran lawyer Dirk Conradie convicted on two Anti‑Corruption Act charges in long‑running MTC case

  6. Informanté

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited signed an agreement with Kazang for expansion of Maris services

    Source

    “THE Mobile Telecommunications Limited's mobile financial service (MTC Maris) has signed an agreement with Kazang, one of Africa's leading mobile money and digital payment distributors.”

    MTC Maris partners with Kazang

  7. The Namibian

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) Maris has recorded more than 500,000 users as of January

    Source

    “Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) Maris has recorded more than 500 000 users as of January.”

    MTC Maris exceeds 500 000 users

  8. The Namibian

    MTC Maris has signed a partnership agreement with Kazang

    Source

    “MTC Maris has additionally signed a partnership agreement with Kazang – a micro-payment processing platform, providing prepaid services and card-acquiring solutions primarily to informal traders, spaza shops, and small businesses.”

    MTC Maris exceeds 500 000 users

  9. New Era

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited unveiled the revamped MTC Kasi Vibe Festival brand

    Source

    “By late 2025, MTC's chief brand, marketing, communications, and sustainability officer, Tim Ekandjo, unveiled the revamped MTC Kasi Vibe Festival brand.”

    Bomba drops bombshell

  10. New Era

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited withdrew as long-time sponsor of the NAMAs

    Source

    “Since the awards went silent in 2020 following the withdrawal of its long-time sponsor, MTC, the Namibian music industry has been missing one of its most important cultural and economic pillars.”

    Opinion – More than a trophy night: The return of the NAMAs
  11. January 2026

  12. New Era

    Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) donated eight classrooms to Shaanika Nashilongo Secondary School

    Source

    “Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) and the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (MVA Fund) on Friday donated eight classrooms to Shaanika Nashilongo Secondary School in the Okahao constituency of the Omusati region.”

    MTC, MVA Fund donate classrooms to Okahao school
Business

Namibia Asset Management grows to N$23.1 billion

The News

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.

Why it matters

Namibia Asset Management reaches N$23.1 billion in assets under management, reflecting long-term institutional financial growth.

30 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 30 May

  1. Namibia Asset Management grows to N$23.1 billion

    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.

    30 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 29 May

  1. MTC commits N$624.9 million to network infrastructure expansion

    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.

    29 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 28 May

  1. MTC plans N$625 million network upgrade across Namibia

    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.

    28 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 18 May

  1. MTC opens temporary Okuryangava outlet pending permanent facility

    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.

    18 May 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Katima Mulilo resident wins SUV in MTC football trivia campaign

    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.

    18 May 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 15 May

  1. Cran appoints Johanna Ileka as ICT systems specialist

    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.

    15 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →

  2. Victoria Kambala joins SanlamAllianz as marketing consultant

    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.

    15 May 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. MTC and NHE sign five-year connectivity partnership

    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.

    13 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Monday 11 May

  1. Lawmakers warn of safety risk from mobile network gap on Rosh Pinah road

    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.

    11 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 8 May

  1. 161-page dossier alleges fraud, corruption by police chief Shikongo

    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.

    8 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 7 May

  1. MTC appeals for more corporate internship support in Namibia

    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.

    7 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 6 May

  1. MTC and Rössing launch private LTE network at mine

    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.

    6 May 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 30 April

  1. MTC Netball Premier League returns with NCS seeking fourth title

    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.

    30 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Monday 27 April

  1. Ndjolonimus knocked out in WBC title eliminator

    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.

    27 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 26 April

  1. Namibia's job creation ambitions require rethinking national conversation

    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.

    26 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 25 April

  1. Big Ben concert at Zoo Park draws emotional crowd

    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.

    25 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 23 April

  1. CRAN allocates N$42.1 million for rural mobile network expansion

    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.

    23 April 2026 · Informanté →

  2. Namibian boxer Ndjolonimus faces Denmark's unbeaten Banks

    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.

    23 April 2026 · New Era →

Friday 17 April

  1. CRAN awards N$32m to MTC for rural connectivity expansion

    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.

    17 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. Lüderitz prepares 19th annual Crayfish Festival in April 2026

    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.

    17 April 2026 · New Era →

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 →

Monday 13 April

  1. O&L BrandX wins Agency of the Year at MTC marketing awards

    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.

    13 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. Boxing bonanza tribute to Founding President scheduled for May 9

    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.

    13 April 2026 · New Era →

  3. Namibian boxer Nghitumbwa fights world title eliminator in May

    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.

    13 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 9 April

  1. ICT minister opens MTC marketing indaba on national branding

    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.

    9 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. MTC hosts second marketing indaba with N$4.6m investment

    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.

    9 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 →

Saturday 4 April

  1. MTC inaugural branding and marketing awards announced

    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.

    4 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 2 April

  1. Namibia needs coordinated jobs strategy, not more programmes

    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.

    2 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. Nedbank Newspaper Cup developed Namibia's golden generation

    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.

    2 April 2026 · The Namibian →

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