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Windhoek Observer
CRAN executive Mufaro Nesongano said authority recognises increased public interest and will ensure applications handled through legal channels
“CRAN executive for communication and consumer relations, Mufaro Nesongano, said the authority recognises the increased public interest surrounding the matter and will ensure that all applications are handled through established legal and regulatory channels.”
CRAN gets 624 Starlink reconsideration applicationsInformanté
Mufaro Nesongano said CRAN will handle reconsideration applications through established legal and regulatory processes
“"CRAN acknowledges the public interest in this matter and wishes to assure all stakeholders that the reconsideration applications received will be handled through the established legal and regulatory processes," said CRAN Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations, Mufaro Nesongano.”
Hundreds challenge CRAN ruling on Starlink applicationThe Namibian
Mufaro Nesongano said none of the reconsideration applications were submitted by Starlink itself
“Nesongano said none of the reconsideration applications were submitted by Starlink itself.”
Over 600 seek review of Cran’s Starlink decisionThe Namibian
Mufaro Nesongano says Cran has taken into consideration the challenges faced by the broadcasting and postal sectors and has therefore proposed lower percentages compared to the telecommunications sector
“"Cran has taken into consideration the challenges faced by the broadcasting and postal sectors and has therefore proposed lower percentages compared to the telecommunications sector," spokesperson Mufaro Nesongano says.”
Cran defends controversial fee hike for broadcastersNew Era
Mufaro Nesongano cautioned that circulation of unverified data may place individuals and organisations at further risk
“Mufaro Nesongano, Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations at Cran, cautioned that the spread of unverified or compromised information could worsen the situation.”
NAC stolen data leaked on dark webInformanté
Mufaro Nesongano cautioned against circulation of unverified or compromised data
“Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations at CRAN, Mufaro Nesongano, cautioned against the circulation of unverified or compromised data, warning that it could expose individuals and organisations to further risk.”
NAM-CSIRT investigates scope of NAC data breachThe Namibian
Mufaro Nesongano said circulation of unverified data may unintentionally place individuals and organisations at further risk
“"It is important that information related to this incident is handled responsibly. The circulation of unverified or compromised data may unintentionally place individuals and organisations at further risk," Cran spokesperson Mufaro Nesongano says in a press statement released on Sunday.”
Cran calls for responsible handling of NAC data leakageThe Namibian
Cran spokesperson Mufaro Nesongano said he could not confirm or decline the rejection
“Cran spokesperson Mufaro Nesongano told The Namibian yesterday that he could not confirm or decline the rejection, saying he would issue a detailed press release between 18h00 and 19h00.”
Cran rejects Starlink licenceNew Era
Mufaro Nesongano stated organisations should prioritise implementing security controls and cyber hygiene measures
“"The NAM-CSIRT reiterates its earlier advisory on the INC ransomware group that was shared with all constituents. The advisory is available to download from the NAM-CSIRT official website. Organisations are encouraged to prioritise the implementation of best practice security controls, patch management, multifactor authentication on VPN, basic cyber hygiene, awareness training, development of incident response plans, as well as disaster recovery and business continuity plans," stated Mufaro Nesongano, Cran's executive for communication and consumer relations.”
Airports company battles cyber threat …as hackers threaten data leak in high stakes attackNew Era
Mufaro Nesongano said active SIM cards increased by 4%, from 2.674 million to 2.788 million
“CRAN's executive for communication and consumer relations Mufaro Nesongano said active SIM cards increased by 4%, from 2.674 million in the third quarter of 2025 to 2.788 million in the fourth quarter.”
Mobile phone use growing as prepaid leadsThe Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team has appointed Cornelia Shipindo as executive, effective 1 October, to oversee the country's national cybersecurity incident response and improve preparedness for cyber threats.
1 October 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team has appointed Cornelia Shipindo as executive, effective 1 October, to oversee the country's national cybersecurity incident response and improve preparedness for cyber threats.
1 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Leadership is ultimately measured not by tenure but by what endures after a leader departs, as illustrated by Apple's planned transition from Tim Cook to John Ternus, Singapore's Lee Kuan Yew's legacy, and ongoing debate about CEO tenure in Namibia. True leadership involves building institutions, preparing successors and creating systems strong enough to outlast individual leaders.
20 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Telecommunications investments reached N$243 million in the second quarter of 2026, largely for network expansion and infrastructure, according to CRAN. ICT sector employment grew 3% to approximately 2,210 employees, with mobile broadband subscriptions and internet usage increasing alongside rising cybersecurity risks.
18 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Ministry of Home Affairs has been accredited by Cran as Namibia's first certification service provider, allowing it to issue and manage digital certificates for online identity verification and government services. The accreditation, granted under the Electronic Transactions Act and 2025 regulations, is valid for four years and supports the rollout of Namibia's national public key infrastructure and e-ID services.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (Cran) has launched DigiNam, a digital trust system enabling Namibians to use verified digital identities and electronic signatures to sign documents and access services online. The system, backed by the Electronic Transactions Act of 2019, supports government services, contract signing, banking, business registration, customer verification, and health or education records management.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia recorded 513,921 cybersecurity vulnerabilities from April to June 2026, a 39.8% increase year-on-year, with cyber events rising 56.7%. NAM-CSIRT attributed the rise to remote management exposure, legacy network services, and emerging threats including BAVACAI ransomware and Black X extortion group activity.
24 July 2026 · Informanté →
Despite mandatory SIM registration, Namibians face an increase in vishing (voice phishing) scams, in which scammers use phone calls to manipulate individuals into disclosing sensitive information or transferring money. Regulatory authorities including Cran, MTC, and the Bank of Namibia stress that while SIM registration improves accountability, it cannot fully address advanced social engineering tactics.
13 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's cyber security incident response team reported that detected cyber vulnerabilities declined by 31.3% and reported cyber threat events decreased by 47.3% during the first quarter of 2026, though exposed remote management services and legacy network protocols remain significant risks.
2 July 2026 · Informanté →
Mobile internet usage increased by 6% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the previous quarter, according to CRAN's Quarterly Statistics Bulletin, with social media platforms including TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube driving data consumption, while fixed broadband subscriptions rose 5% and fibre services grew 10%.
24 June 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's cyber security incident response team has warned 13 local organisations that their systems may have been exposed in FortiBleed, a global cyber attack affecting tens of thousands of Fortinet FortiGate security devices worldwide. The incident exposed administrator usernames, passwords, remote access credentials and security settings, potentially allowing criminals unauthorised network access.
23 June 2026 · Informanté →
A cybersecurity incident called FortiBleed may have exposed administrator credentials and firewall configuration data at 13 Namibian organisations that use Fortinet infrastructure. The Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team identified the affected organisations and recommended they reset credentials, add multifactor authentication, and upgrade their Fortinet devices.
22 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has received 624 applications for reconsideration of its decision on Starlink Internet Services Namibia's licence application. The applications were submitted by members of the public and interested stakeholders, not by Starlink itself, and will be processed according to the Communications Act and relevant regulatory procedures.
9 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has received 624 applications for reconsideration following its decision on Starlink Internet Services Namibia's licence application. The authority said the reconsideration process will follow established legal and regulatory procedures under the Communications Act.
9 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (Cran) has received 624 applications from the public and interested stakeholders requesting reconsideration of its March decision to reject Starlink's licence application. Cran said it will process the applications through established legal and regulatory procedures under the Communications Act of 2009.
8 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia says its proposed regulatory levy increases consider challenges faced by broadcasters. The new system replaces progressive rates with fixed rates: telecommunications companies at 2.25% of annual revenue and broadcasters at 1.2%, designed to ensure fairness across licensees within each sector.
28 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Data breached in a cyberattack on Namibia Airports Company has been released on the dark web by the INC Ransomware Group, including airport permits, parking databases, engineering files, and financial records. Authorities are investigating whether sensitive or personally identifiable information is among the leaked files and urge organisations to strengthen cybersecurity measures.
31 March 2026 · New Era →
NAM-CSIRT has confirmed that data stolen in a cyberattack on Namibia Airports Company has been published online, with preliminary assessments indicating the leaked data may include airport permit records, parking management information, engineering documentation, financial records, and internal reports. The attack, detected on 6 March 2026, involved approximately 500GB of data and is linked to the INC Ransomware Group, marking the second known attack by this group in Namibia.
30 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Communication Regulatory Authority of Namibia (Cran) has called for responsible handling of information related to the Namibia Airports Company data leak, warning that circulation of unverified data may place individuals and organisations at further risk. The NAC was attacked by the Inc Ransomware Group on 19 March; leaked data includes financial records, internal reports, and engineering documents, though NAC says operations remain unaffected.
30 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (Cran) has rejected Starlink's applications for both a class comprehensive telecommunications service licence and a Spectrum licence for satellite internet services. The decision was published in the Government Gazette, with the authority citing that Starlink has 0% Namibian citizen ownership, and aggrieved parties may petition for reconsideration within 90 days.
25 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Airports Company suffered a ransomware attack by the INC Ransomware Group, with hackers claiming to have stolen 500 gigabytes of sensitive data including financial records, HR files, and customer information. The attackers have threatened to release the data after a countdown timer expires unless demands are met, making NAC the second confirmed Namibian victim of the group after an Otjiwarongo Municipality breach in 2025.
23 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team confirmed that hackers linked to the INC Ransomware Group unauthorisedly accessed Namibia Airports Company's network and stole approximately 500GB of data, including financial records, HR data, and customer information. The group uses "double-extortion" tactics involving data theft and system encryption, and has threatened to release the stolen data after a countdown period.
22 March 2026 · Informanté →
According to CRAN's latest quarterly statistics, Namibian mobile phone users increased from 2.563 million to 2.788 million year-on-year, with prepaid subscriptions driving the growth by 5%. Mobile broadband use continues to rise, particularly via phones and fixed wireless connections, with 62% of SIM cards now used for internet access.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
The Communication Regulatory Authority of Namibia has confirmed that the INC Ransom cybercriminal group was responsible for last week's attack on Namibia Airports Company, claiming to have exfiltrated approximately 500GB of data including financial records, HR information, and customer details. This is the second Namibian entity targeted by the group after an attack on Otjiwarongo municipality last year.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) disclosed a cybersecurity breach detected on 6 March involving unauthorised network access, though airport services have been restored and there is no confirmed data theft. The incident prompted the Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team to issue a public advisory and call on all organisations to strengthen cyber resilience through enhanced security measures.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's active SIM card subscriptions rose to 2.788 million in the fourth quarter of 2025 from 2.674 million in Q3, driven largely by a 5% increase in prepaid services, according to communications regulator Cran. Mobile broadband subscriptions grew 4%, while fixed-line subscriptions continued to decline.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Following a cybersecurity incident at Namibia Airports Company, the Communication Regulatory Authority of Namibia has urged organisations to tighten security by implementing robust controls, enforcing governance policies, activating multifactor authentication, and conducting continuous cybersecurity awareness training.
17 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Airports Company detected a cybersecurity incident on 6 March 2026 involving unauthorised access to network infrastructure and administrative accounts. Services have been restored with limited operational impact, and there is no evidence of data exfiltration, though investigations continue; NAM-CSIRT and NAC are working together to enhance security resilience.
17 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibian lawmakers and child welfare experts are divided over whether to ban social media for children under 15, with supporters citing mental health and cyberbullying concerns while critics argue for evidence-based regulation rather than an outright ban. Experts also note that enforcement would be technically challenging given the ease of age verification manipulation.
8 March 2026 · The Namibian →
An executive from the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia argues that continuous monitoring of an organisation's external attack surface—all internet-facing digital assets and entry points—is essential to modern security. The article outlines key components to monitor including public-facing infrastructure, cloud assets, third-party connections, digital certificates, and exposed credentials.
26 February 2026 · New Era →
Security experts warn that the weeks after the festive break are a critical period for cybercrime, with heightened risks from phishing, business email compromise, WhatsApp account hijacking, and ransomware attacks on unpatched systems and unattended devices.
12 February 2026 · New Era →