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Telecom Namibia — state-owned telecommunications company implementing strategic plans under acting leadership, managing service delivery and fibre infrastructure amid recent executive departures.
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Informanté
Telecom Namibia signed Memorandum of Understanding and Commercial Terms Agreement with Angola Telecom
“TELECOM Namibia and Angola Telecom have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and Commercial Terms Agreement (CTA) aimed at strengthening regional digital connectivity, enabling Angola Telecom to access international bandwidth via Namibia's Equiano Subsea Cable landing station in Swakopmund while laying the foundation for deeper cooperation on future submarine cable infrastructure.”
Namibia–Angola telecom partnership strengthens subsea cable cooperationInformanté
Telecom Namibia has been awarded N$9.8 million under Phase 2 Universal Service Fund
“Telecom Namibia has also been awarded N$9.8 million under the same phase, bringing the total Phase 2 allocation to N$42.1 million.”
CRAN expands rural connectivity with N$42.1 million Universal Service Fund rolloutThe Namibian
The company takes full responsibility for the outages, which occurred between 15 and 16 April
“Speaking at a media briefing, Shanapinda said the company takes full responsibility for the outages, which occurred between 15 and 16 April, saying they caused significant disruption to individuals, businesses and critical services across the country.”
Telecom CEO apologises for outages, cites vandalismThe Namibian
The company has implemented interventions including increased security, police collaboration, and community engagement
“The company has implemented interventions such as increased security, collaboration with the police and community structures, and engagement with the government to strengthen legislation and enforcement.”
Telecom CEO apologises for outages, cites vandalismInformanté
Telecom Namibia experienced extended fixed and mobile internet service outages between 15-16 April 2026
“He added that the extended fixed and mobile internet service outages were experienced between the evening of 15 April and the early afternoon of 16 April 2026.”
Telecom Namibia clarifies recent network outagesThe Namibian
Telecom Namibia has begun a phased rollout of infrastructure upgrades aimed at strengthening network resilience and improving service reliability
“Telecom Namibia has begun a phased rollout of infrastructure upgrades aimed at strengthening network resilience and improving service reliability, with projects set to continue through 2026 and into early 2027.”
Telecom Namibia to roll out infrastructure upgrades through to 2027The Namibian
Telecom Namibia plans to invest more than N$2.3 billion over coming years to expand and upgrade national telecommunications infrastructure
“Telecom Namibia also plans to invest more than N$2.3 billion over the coming years to expand and upgrade its national telecommunications infrastructure.”
Telecom Namibia to roll out infrastructure upgrades through to 2027Informanté
Telecom Namibia confirmed that recent network service disruptions were caused by technical challenges affecting international connectivity
“TELECOM Namibia has confirmed that recent network service disruptions experienced across the country were caused by technical challenges affecting international connectivity, resulting in slower internet speeds and intermittent access for some users.”
Technical fault on international routes causes Telecom Namibia service disruptionsInformanté
Telecom Namibia said its technical teams responded immediately and have been working to stabilise the network and minimise customer impact
“Telecom Namibia said its technical teams responded immediately upon detecting the issue and have been working continuously to stabilise the network and minimise the impact on customers.”
Technical fault on international routes causes Telecom Namibia service disruptionsNew Era
Telecom Namibia was awarded N$9.8 million under Phase II of USF
“In addition to the N$9.8 million awarded to Telecom Namibia, this brings the total award under Phase II to N$42.1 million.”
CRAN injects N$32m to advance NDP6 connectivity targetsBank Windhoek is seeking to seize a N$2-million Mercedes-Benz owned by Victor Malima's company Eco Trading CC, which owes the bank N$2.9 million. Malima, a fugitive wanted for his role in the Namcor corruption scandal, allegedly fled to Angola in July and has defaulted on payments since August.
8 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Bank Windhoek is seeking to seize a N$2-million Mercedes-Benz owned by Victor Malima's company Eco Trading CC, which owes the bank N$2.9 million. Malima, a fugitive wanted for his role in the Namcor corruption scandal, allegedly fled to Angola in July and has defaulted on payments since August.
8 October 2026 · The Namibian →
Kharas governor Dawid Gertze says newly established artificial intelligence tutoring laboratories at Angra Pequena Senior Secondary School bridge the gap between classroom learning and modern industry. BW Kudu and Namibian Ports Authority injected N$1.5 million into the facility, which runs on the Yyeni AI learning platform.
27 September 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that three recent Namibian public conversations—on mortgage repayment terms, Telecom Namibia's fibre-leasing deals, and the DigiNam digital infrastructure launch—have been inadequately explained by officials and media, leaving ordinary citizens uninformed rather than confused.
27 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Data services generated N$944 million in revenue during the second quarter of 2026, making it the largest source of income for Namibia's telecommunications sector. Total telecommunications revenue was N$1.9 billion between April and June, a 12% increase from the previous quarter, with mobile data usage rising to 30.8 million gigabytes, an 11% increase from the previous quarter.
22 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Close to 20 ma/gaisa artists are set to perform at the Ore-Aob Music //Khoab Donkey Meat Festival in Khorixas on Saturday at Herbert Conradie Stadium, described as the biggest edition of the event yet.
29 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (Cran) established a Universal Service Fund in March 2025 with approximately N$135 million allocated over three years to enhance digital connectivity by subsidising radio access network infrastructure. The fund supports the National Broadband Policy's goal of bringing internet speeds of at least 2 Mbps to 80% of the population, beginning with public spaces including schools, libraries, hospitals, and clinics.
15 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia and Botswana have identified 13 additional telecommunications sites needed to close connectivity gaps along the Trans-Kalahari Corridor, with the infrastructure upgrade estimated to cost about N$52 million. The two countries signed a memorandum of understanding on ICT cooperation aimed at strengthening digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital skills.
10 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia and Botswana have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen digital partnership, focusing on digital transformation, cybersecurity, connectivity, and emerging technologies. The agreement, signed by the countries' respective ICT ministers, establishes a framework for collaboration in ICT infrastructure, innovation, digital skills development, and cybersecurity.
10 August 2026 · Informanté →
Shiwana Ndeunyema has been nominated for the 2026 Top 100 Influential Africans in Infrastructure by Powered by Africa, recognised for his leadership in energy, infrastructure governance and national policy. The nomination highlights his 15 years of professional experience and 10-month tenure as Interim Managing Director of NAMCOR amid Namibia's major offshore oil discoveries.
9 August 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Telecom Namibia has extended Armando Perny's appointment as acting chief executive for another six months, until 31 January 2027, to ensure continuity while the company implements strategic plans and improves operations.
31 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Following the dismantling of Namibia Post and Telecom Holdings, NamPost became directly owned by the Government of Namibia and received a N$407 million windfall from 53 properties donated by its former parent company. NamPost reported a 30% increase in profit before tax to N$76 million for the 2025 financial year, supported by growth in financial services and courier operations.
28 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Gobabis is conducting a mass clean-up campaign to remove litter from townships ahead of the Miss Namibia pageant on 1 August. The town's leadership attributes the widespread littering problem to resident behaviour and plans to enforce fines against those found dumping rubbish.
21 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Telecom Namibia has confirmed that customers unable to receive contracted services due to company failures can cancel their contracts.
21 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Namibia's government plans to introduce electronic identity cards storing biometric and demographic information in September 2026, but public concerns have emerged about data security and whether citizens have received clear information about data collection, storage, and use. Global examples show digital ID systems are vulnerable to breach, and Namibia's cybersecurity readiness remains uncertain.
14 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
MTC recorded profits of N$1.45 billion in the 2025 financial year, reinforcing its status as Namibia's most profitable public enterprise in the 2026 IJG Public Enterprise Governance Ranking. Other state-owned enterprises including NamPort, NamPower, and NamibRe showed mixed financial performance, with NamPort emerging as a strong turnaround performer with profits rising to N$864.5 million.
14 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) scored 20 out of 20 in IJG Securities' 2026 Public Enterprise Governance Ranking, which assessed public enterprises over five years on annual report publication, profitability, fiscal transfer reliance, and CEO stability. NamPort, Agribank, and NamibRe placed second with 19 points each, while NamPower and NamWater tied for fifth with 18 points.
14 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Telecom Namibia has appointed Armando Perny as acting CEO effective 1 July 2026 for one month, following the resignation of Dr Stanley Shanapinda. The company is also managing departures of its Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Finance Officer as it begins recruiting a permanent CEO.
30 June 2026 · Informanté →
Telecom Namibia has appointed Armando Perny as acting chief executive officer following the resignation of Stanley Shanapinda earlier this month. The chief commercial officer and chief financial officer have also resigned, with departure dates in June and September respectively.
29 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Telecom Namibia has appointed Armando Perny as acting chief executive officer from 1 July following Stanley Shanapinda's resignation. The company's Chief Commercial Officer and Chief Finance Officer have also resigned, with departures scheduled for June and September respectively.
29 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The City of Windhoek says it may seek legislative amendments to the Local Authorities Act after the Supreme Court ruled the municipality lacks legal authority to provide telecommunications services. The city views fibre commercialisation as essential to its smart city ambitions.
25 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Supreme Court has ruled that the City of Windhoek does not have the power to provide telecommunication services to its residents, finding that the Local Authorities Act does not grant local authorities in Namibia such powers. The judgment upheld the High Court's 2023 decision to set aside the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia's award of a comprehensive telecommunications licence to the city.
22 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Telecom Namibia has rolled out a strategic transformation and repositioning programme aimed at modernising its operations, improving customer experience and restoring public confidence.
16 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Telecom Namibia has signed an agreement with Angola's GGPEN to pilot the Angosat-2 satellite to assess its technical performance, service capabilities, and commercial viability for reaching remote communities, lodges, farms, schools, mining operations, and businesses.
12 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Telecom Namibia has appointed Synercap Capital to lead a strategic transformation and restructuring programme aimed at repositioning the state-owned company in the digital economy. The programme will assess the company's organisational structure, infrastructure, operations and finances, and develop a strategy focused on improving customer experience, introducing new products and services, and identifying new revenue opportunities.
10 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Dr Stanley Shanapinda, outgoing CEO of Telecom Namibia since 2021, has been appointed Executive Secretary of the Communications Regulators' Association of Southern Africa (CRASA), a SADC-based organisation mandated to promote regulatory harmonisation among regional communications regulators. During his tenure at Telecom Namibia, he led transformation initiatives including network modernisation, digital infrastructure investment, and implementation of the 2023–2027 Strategic Business Plan.
4 June 2026 · Informanté →
Shanapinda, who led Telecom Namibia for six years, has been appointed to lead an organisation responsible for promoting regulatory harmonisation and cooperation among communication regulators in the Southern African Development Community. A new chief executive will be recruited once Telecom Namibia's new board starts on 3 June.
3 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Telecom Namibia CEO Dr Stanley Shanapinda will step down from the state-owned telecommunications company on 1 July after accepting a senior regional appointment with CRASA (the Communications Regulators Association of Southern Africa).
3 June 2026 · Namibian Sun →
Telecom Namibia is executing a nationwide network modernisation programme under its 2027 Integrated Strategic Business Plan, upgrading core infrastructure, backup power systems, and mobile and fixed broadband services to improve reliability and speed, despite acknowledged recent disruptions.
26 May 2026 · Informanté →
Telecom Namibia has been summoned by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia following repeated nationwide broadband disruptions affecting businesses, institutions and households. The company attributed the outages to infrastructure-related problems and system faults, and said it will provide a full briefing on technical causes and measures to restore stability.
26 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The chief of the Namibian Revolutionary Transport Union has criticised long delays at border posts, blaming slow processes within the Namibia Revenue Agency and calling for contingency plans. A truck driver cited extended waits during verification and inspection at Oshikango Border Post.
12 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →