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The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) last week launched the second telecommunications tower in Ehomba, Kunene Region, under the Universal Service Fund (USF) initiative.
The launch of the Ehomba Tower follows the successful inaugural USF tower deployment in Epinga, Ohangwena Region, which was inaugurated in November 2025.
Kunene Region Governor, Vipua Muharukua highlighted the broader significance of the project for the region and the country.
“Today, as we launch the CRAN Universal Service Fund tower in Ehomba, we open a new chapter of opportunity for Kunene. This tower is more than infrastructure; it is a bridge to education, economic growth, and digital inclusion. It connects our people to the world and moves us closer to a more inclusive, empowered Namibia,” he said.
Minister of Information and Communication Technology (MICT), Emma Theofelus,emphasised the importance of this infrastructure in transforming communities and driving national development. She stated,
“The launch of the tower marks a concrete and meaningful step in the implementation of Government’s commitment to universal access to ICTs and the attainment of Namibiaʼs Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6) objectives on digital infrastructure deployment. The launch of the Ehomba Tower is clear evidence that our digital inclusion agenda is not theoretical, nor confined to policy documents, but it is being delivered in real communities, on the ground, where it matters most,”she said.
Theofelus Said Without access to reliable communication networks, communities are excluded from opportunities that drive growth and development. Connectivity is a vital enabler of economic participation, efficient service delivery, quality health and education, and social cohesion.
Speaking at the same event CRAN’s Chief Executive Officer, Emilia Nghikembua said , “Through the commissioning of this tower, the people of Ehomba and surrounding areas gain access to essential digital tools that support livelihoods, learning, entrepreneurship, and safety. It opens pathways for local businesses to reach wider markets, for learners to access educational and health resources, and for families and institutions to communicate more efficiently.”
The project underscores the power of collaboration among government agencies, private sector partners, and local communities. The Minister commended CRAN, MTC, and the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) for working together to translate policy into tangible development. “These partnerships demonstrate how strategic alignment and shared responsibility can accelerate our national development efforts,” she added.
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