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Cyberattacks Rising in Public Sectors Across the Global South
By: Dwight Links Cybersecurity firm Positive Technologies reports that public sector institutions in countries like Russia and regions such as Asia, Africa, and North America have become prime targets for cybercriminals. The report, covering data from 2022 through mid-2024, reveals that ransomware remains the most common attack method, although its overall use has declined […]
Active SIM Cards Decline by 5%
By: Fransina Nghidengwa The total number of active SIM cards in Namibia decreased by 5% during the second quarter of 2024 (1 April to 30 June), according to the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN). This decline was primarily due to a 6% drop in prepaid SIM cards. Helene Vosloo, CRAN’s Executive of Economics […]
HDF says its Green Hydrogen Power Plant Could be Namibia’s Backup Energy Source
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus A company called HDF Energy Namibia’s which is venturing into the production of green hydrogen and related technologies says it is implementing a project with the potential of becoming the country’s quick-response power reserve. It says its project will potentially replace current carbon-intensive coal and diesel-driven backups. During a recent […]
Telecom Seeks Ban on Second-Hand Copper Trade
By: Justicia Shipena Telecom Namibia’s CEO, Stanley Shanapinda, announced that discussions are underway to ban the second-hand trade of copper and to impose stricter penalties for related offences, including higher fines and longer prison sentences. The initiative comes in response to the ongoing theft of copper cables, which Shanapinda says is severely disrupting […]
Namibia Conducts First 5G Trial
By: Nghiinomenwa-Vali Erastus MTC, in collaboration with Huawei, has successfully completed Namibia’s first 5G trial, generating significant commercial interest. Despite this milestone, Namibia lags behind globally, with other regions already exploring 6G deployment. Namibia has not yet fully rolled out 4G across the country, which could impact its development agenda. 5G, the next generation […]
Powercom Commits N$80 Million for 50 Network Towers Nationwide
By: Loise Shiimi Powercom has committed to investing approximately N$80 million over the next two financial years to construct 50 new network towers across Namibia. This announcement was made by CEO Beatus Amadhila during the groundbreaking ceremony for a new telecommunications tower in Mupini village, Kavango West region. Amadhila emphasised that this initiative is […]
Paratus Group Completes Fastest Fiber Route Linking Johannesburg to Europe
Dolly Menas Paratus Group has announced the completion of the fastest fibre express route from Johannesburg to Europe, marking a significant step forward in bolstering connectivity between Africa and Europe. Spanning 1,890 kilometres and linking Johannesburg, Botswana, and Swakopmund, this achievement solidifies Paratus as a trailblazer in narrowing the digital gap between the two […]
Digital Currency Introduction Requires Thorough Justification – Bank of Namibia
By: Justicia Shipena Digital currency will only be introduced in the country when the central bank is fully convinced that such a move will not jeopardise the security and stability of the Namibian economy. The Central Bank’s Governor Johannes !Gawaxab reiterated this stance during the unveiling of the modified N$100 note in Luderitz, […]
SADC Tourism Operators Missing Out on Digital Revolution
By: Staff writer There is a need for SADC tourism operators to urgently embrace digital transformation if the region wants to remain competitive, according to a new skills audit report from the SADC Business Council. The widespread adoption of digital technologies and online platforms has become integral to tourism operations worldwide. However, many SADC […]
Technology and Innovation Aid Conservation Efforts in Namibia
By: Dwight Links The recently concluded Global SMART User Conference in Windhoek from March 10-14 saw representatives from various nations gather to understand the unique introduction of these technologies. The SMART acronym stands for the Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool, which is used globally in some of the world’s most protected and fragile […]