Category: Technology
4 Low Earth Orbit Satellite Spectrum Licences Issued
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has issued spectrum licences for the deployment of low earth orbit (OneWeb) satellite services to four (4) operators during the first week of January 2026. These are Echo Telecommunications (Pty) Ltd, Oblixx Communications…
Windhoek Residents Warned About Scammers
Scammers are targeting Windhoek residents, threatening to cut off their various municipal services if funds are not transferred to settle them. City of Windhoek management issued this warning to its residents. “Please take serious note of this warning regarding…
Echo Namibia’s LEO (Low Earth Orbit) Receives CRAN Approval
Echo Namibia, in partnership with OneWeb, has been granted approval by the Communication Regulatory Authority of Namibia to provide internet service in Namibia via a low-earth-orbit satellite. The company’s managing director, Christo Greeff, provided the update last week….
Vodafone Executives Make AI-Heavy Predictions for 2026
By: Hee-Dee Walenga Vodafone executives stationed across the world have released their yearly technology and connectivity outlook for 2026 with a particular focus on artificial intelligence and satellite connectivity. “As we look ahead to 2026, two technologies…
CRAN Coy on Starlink-Related Questions
By: Staff Writer The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) declined to directly answer questions from Eagle Media House regarding Starlink’s pending application to legally operate in Namibia. Starlink, which is owned and operated by South African-born multi-billionaire Elon…
Social Media Creators, Influencers Changing News Landscape
By: Dwight Links News creators and influencers are on the rise, parallel to the conventional news platforms and social media outlets, according to a report from the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism and Oxford University released in November….
Holiday Season Fuels Africa’s Mobile Money Fraud
By: Allan Juma The festive season reveals both the strength and fragility of Africa’s mobile money ecosystem. The festive season is a time of giving, celebration, and connection. Across Africa, more money moves across borders, back home,…
MTC and TN Receive N$42.1m to Extend Telecommunication Infrastructure
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Hangala The government, through the Universal Service Fund (USF), will channel N$42.1 million in subsidies to MTC and Telecom for them to build more telecommunication infrastructure across the country and expand their network. …
ICT Minister Orders 25 Mbps Minimum Speed
By: Annakleta Haikera Minister of Information and Communications Technology, Emma Theofelus, on Monday said operators must now provide a minimum download speed of 25 megabits per second (Mbps) across the country. She made the announcement…
Non-Compliant Telecommunications Devices Not Welcome – CRAN
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Devices such as mobile phones, routers, and modems imported into Namibia must meet domestic technical, safety, and performance standards, says the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN). “This process helps to protect consumers, maintain reliable communication networks,…