ICT Minister clarifies appointment of Information Commissioner

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The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, says the appointments of the Information Commissioners require parliamentary approval.

She was responding to suggestions from Members of Parliament that she could independently deal with the process leading to the appointments.

National ICT Summit set for September

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The National ICT Summit is set for September and will focus on digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI).

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Minister Emma Theofelus officially launched the upcoming summit in Windhoek.

SIM card registration compliance percentage increases

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The Minister of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Emma Theofelus, has announced significant progress in the registration of SIM cards.

The initiative, which began in 2021, is being done in compliance with the Communications Act.

Government committed to ensure citizens have access to basic needs- Theofelus

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Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, re-affirmed the government's commitment to ensuring that all citizens reap the benefits of independence. 

She stated that providing access to basic and essential needs is crucial for the development and well-being of every Namibian.

MICT staff urged to enhance service delivery

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The Information and Communication Technology Minister has urged staff to enhance efforts to ensure effective service delivery to the public.

Dr. Peya Mushelenga addressed management and regional heads during the opening of his ministry's annual planning session at Swakopmund.

SIM card registrations extended

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The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Dr. Peya Mushelenga, has announced a three-month extension to the deadline for mobile phone SIM card registrations.

Subscribers have until March 31st, 2024, to get this done.