Ministry of Information and Communication Technology - Republic of Namibia

CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS | The Khomas Regional Council’s Windhoek West Constituency Office, under the leadership of Councillor Hon. Emma Tangi Muteka, facilitated a Cybersecurity Awareness Session for learners from various schools in Windhoek at the Kovambo Nujoma Hall on 13 June 2026. Recognising the growing importance of digital technologies in the lives of young people, Hon. Muteka championed the initiative to ensure that learners are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the digital space safely and responsibly. The awareness session was conducted by officials from the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) and Salt Essential IT.

Addressing the learners, MICT Executive Director Ms Linda Nakale highlighted the central role social media plays in modern society and encouraged young people to maintain a positive and responsible digital footprint.

She stressed that online actions can have lasting consequences and urged learners to be mindful of their digital presence. Ms Nakale also raised awareness about online safety, including the dangers of cybercrime, cyberstalking and other digital threats.

In addition to cybersecurity, learners received information on Namibia’s National Symbols, reinforcing patriotism, national pride and responsible digital citizenship among the country’s future leaders.

LAUNCHED | The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) officially launched the Community Media Policy 2026–2030 and its Implementation Plan in Okakarara on 19 June 2026, marking a significant milestone in strengthening community media as a vehicle for access to information, democratic participation, cultural preservation and local development.

Speaking at the launch, Minister of ICT, Hon. Emma Theofelus, said the framework reflects Namibia's commitment to ensuring that every community has a voice and that information reaches all citizens, regardless of location. She noted that community media plays a vital role in promoting local languages, preserving cultural identity and creating platforms for communities to actively participate in national discourse.

The policy provides a strategic framework to support the growth, sustainability and professionalisation of community media, including community radio stations, newspapers, online platforms and emerging digital initiatives.

The Minister also extended appreciation to UNESCO, the National Planning Commission, the Namibia Community Broadcasters Network (NCBN), DW Akademie, the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN), Telecom Namibia, the Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA), the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), the University of Namibia (UNAM), Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music (NASCAM) and all community media stakeholders whose expertise, partnership and commitment contributed to the development of the policy.

The launch marks the beginning of a new chapter for community media in Namibia, strengthening its role in ensuring that no community is left behind in the country's information society.

COMMUNITY MEDIA ENGAGEMENT | The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) today, 17 June 2026, commenced a two-day Community Media Engagement at the Okakarara Trade Centre in the Otjozondjupa Region, bringing together key stakeholders to strengthen the community media sector and advance the implementation of the Community Media Policy (2026–2030).

The engagement, which runs from 17–18 June 2026, provides a platform for discussions on governance, regulatory compliance, capacity building, sustainability, and collaboration within the community media landscape.

The second day of the engagement will continue on Thursday, 18 June 2026, with sessions focusing on practical implementation, community participation, and stakeholder commitments aimed at strengthening community media across Namibia.

The programme will be followed by the official launch of the Community Media Policy (2026–2030) and its Implementation Plan on Friday, 19 June 2026, at the Okakarara Trade Centre.

Members of the public and the wider Okakarara community are encouraged to join the official launch as Namibia marks this important milestone in advancing an inclusive, sustainable, and vibrant community media sector.