Minister of Information and Communication Technology Emma Theofelus has motivated a budget of N$682 million for her ministry in the 2026/2027 financial year.

Minister of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) Emma Theofelus says Starlink's application to operate in Namibia was declined because the company did not meet ownership requirements.

The Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekundi, and the Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, have given e-hailing services 56 days to comply with national transport laws and permits.

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. 

The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, has called on Namibians to protect their independence.

Theofelus made the call during the Independence Day celebration at Mariental.

Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba has urged national leaders to uphold peace and work collectively for the development of the country.

The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, has reiterated the importance of ethical and responsible social media use.

The Minister of Information and Communication Technology has highlighted communication gaps within government offices, ministries and agencies and the need to close these gaps.

Emma Theofelus spoke to NBC News shortly after the Prime Minister's engagement with the ICT sector.

The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, has emphasised that, while AI can enhance efficiency and improve content delivery, it does not possess moral judgement or editorial responsibility. 

She emphasised that this obligation must always remain firmly in human hands. 

Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus has officially inaugurated the Ehomba network tower, a project funded through the Universal Service Fund of the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN), with Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) serving as the implementing partner.