The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) is developing a National Digital Strategy to unlock various opportunities and fast-track Namibia's digital transformation.

The strategy will guide the nation in leveraging digital technologies for sustainable development, economic growth, and social progress.

Speaking at the closing ceremony, Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology Emma Theofelus says the ministry remains steadfast in its commitment to drive Namibia's digitalization agenda in alignment with the strategic plan.

Preparations for the 7th National ICT Summit were underway this afternoon at the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek.

The three-day summit is expected to kick off tomorrow.

The summit, which is expected to bring together hundreds of ICT experts and institutions, is being held under the theme "Re-thinking cybersecurity investment to secure the digital economy and its opportunities".

The summit will create a platform for the ICT industry to discuss trends and challenges facing the industry.

Young people will once again be presented with an opportunity to explore the latest information and communication technology trends and present their latest innovations and inventions within the ICT space at this year's 7th National ICT Summit.

The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) is thus calling on stakeholders to take part in the Summit.

The National ICT Summit will create a platform for stakeholders to discuss trends and challenges facing the industry locally and globally.