Many individuals, especially those approaching retirement, have become increasingly vulnerable to cybersecurity threats. 

Cybersecurity has transformed from merely a technical necessity into a foundation of broader economic development.

This was a key takeaway at the opening of a three-day 2026 Namibia International Cyber-Security Conference and Exhibition.

The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) and Bank Windhoek are exploring new ways to strengthen their institutional partnership, with a focus on cybersecurity resilience and financial wellness.

The Director General of the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC), Menesia Muinjo, said the national broadcaster is stepping up efforts to support cybersecurity awareness as digital threats continue to grow.

The Chief Executive Officer of the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has urged the public and private organisations to have cybersecurity as a strategic initiative.

Emilia Nghikembua shared the sentiments during an exclusive interview with NBC on recent cyber attacks.

The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, has called on the ICT sector stakeholders to collaborate in advancing digital inclusiveness to boost economic growth. 

She made the call during a high-level stakeholder engagement held in Mariental in the Hardap Region. 

Namibia is poised to deepen its technological partnership with Russia, focusing on digital government systems, cybersecurity, and telecommunications infrastructure. 

This follows discussions on Monday during the 11th session of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Engagement.

Namibia is taking a major step toward strengthening its fight against cybercrime by aligning its domestic laws with new global standards to combat digital fraud, online exploitation, and cyber threats.

Hardap Governor Riaan McNab has called for all-sector cooperation to strengthen national resilience against cyber threats.

He made the remarks at a consultative workshop on the draft Cybercrime Bill held in Mariental, attended by stakeholders from both ||Kharas and Hardap.

Namibia has pledged to ratify the newly signed United Nations (UN) Convention against Cybercrime and incorporate its provisions into national law.