The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology has affirmed the government's commitment to bridging the digital divide by expanding access to ICT services across all regions. 

ICT minister Emma Theofelus said this during a stakeholders' engagement in Eenhana, in the Ohangwena Region, where stakeholders discussed ongoing national ICT developments.

Theofelus, during the engagement, highlighted the government's efforts to bridge the digital divide through network tower rollouts and the Universal Service Fund. 

She stressed the need to strengthen cybersecurity and empower citizens with digital skills to enhance access to information and digital services.

She stated that the government will achieve these goals by equipping citizens with digital skills through literacy programmes at Rural ICT Centres.

"As you are aware, the digital divide exists in all regions of this country, and Ohangwena is no exception. The Namibian government is committed to bridging this divide and ensuring that every citizen has access to ICT services and products. Additionally, the government has appropriated funds to roll out towers throughout the country for three years to complement the Universal Service Fund, which aims to bridge the digital divide."

MICT Deputy Director of IT Infrastructure Development Fillemon Johannes elaborated on cybersecurity awareness, outlining the government's vision to secure Namibia's cyberspace and its mission to establish resilient infrastructure, policies, and technical capabilities.

"It's the vision, which is to secure the cyberspace to enable innovative Namibia and the achievement of socio-economic growth. So, the mission is to establish a resilient infrastructure, legislation and policies, and cybersecurity capabilities in Namibia. So, with that, we mean the technical."

He said Namibia is actively promoting training and developing local expertise to combat cyber crimes and scams in the country.