Pascal Haingura has assumed the role of Executive for Engineering and Technical Services at the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (Cran). 

Haingura’s responsibilities in his new role include overseeing all technical resources, facilitating infrastructure sharing, managing the radio frequency spectrum, managing technology and standards and numbering resources to ensure optimal and efficient service delivery.

The authority appointed Haingura to its executive team, effective 1 October 2025. 

“I am honoured to join Cran and look forward to contributing to Namibia’s digital growth by strengthening our telecommunications and broad-casting infrastructure. I am committed to leveraging my experience to support Cran’s mission of fostering a fair, competitive, and innovative communications environment,” said Haingura. 

Cran’s CEO, Emilia Nghikembua expressed confidence in Haingura’s capabilities, stating, “We are excited to welcome Mr Haingura to our team. His vast experience and innovative mindset will be instrumental in advancing Cran’s strategic objectives and ensuring Namibia remains at the forefront of communication technology development.”

Haingura is a seasoned Information Technology professional with over 16 years of extensive experience spanning Software Engineering, Data Analytics, Digital Transformation, Project Management, IT Operations, and Infrastructure Development. His leadership has been demonstrated across diverse sectors, including energy, academia, and finance, where he has successfully developed IT strategies and policies, managed IT departments, and driven innovative technological solutions.

He holds a Master of Philosophy in Inclusive Innovation, a Master of International Business in Digital Transformation and Business Law, a Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science, and a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology. Currently, Haingura is pursuing a Master of Informatics in Data Analytics at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust).