The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has renewed the contract of its Chief Executive Officer, Emilia Nghikembua. She will serve a second five-year term, starting on the first of January next year.

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) is currently reviewing an application by satellite internet provider Starlink for a local telecommunications licence.  

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) says mobile data usage continues to grow in Namibia.

The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) and the Communication Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) signed a collaboration agreement reaffirming the importance of fostering informed citizen participation and democratic governance. 

The MoU was signed in Windhoek today. 

In 2024, the country's telecommunications licensees collected about N$1.6 million in revenue, contributing 2.5% to the GDP. 

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) is taking essential steps to develop and advocate for a responsible and safe electronic waste disposal plan that safeguards public health, protects the environment, and supports the growth of Namibia's digital economy.

Namibia is set to officially implement electronic signature regulations, with the Communications Regulatory Authority targeting a nationwide launch of electronic signatures by February 2026.

Fixed-line subscriptions continue with a downward trend as more Namibians are now using mobile telecommunications services.

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) says that Space Exploration Technologies, Inc. (SpaceX, also known as Starlink) is not licensed to operate in Namibia.

The Namibian government has allocated N$110 million over three years for the installation of 30 network towers.

This is intended to address the digital disparity and improve nationwide access to information.