The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) on Friday launched the second telecommunications tower in Ehomba, Kunene region, under the Universal Service Fund (USF) initiative.
The launch of the tower follows the successful inaugural USF tower deployment in Epinga, Ohangwena region, which was inaugurated in November 2025. These deployments exemplify the government’s unwavering commitment to ensuring equitable access to information and communication technologies (ICTs) across Namibia, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
Governor of Kunene region Vipakuje 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 stressed the importance of this infrastructure in transforming communities and driving national development.
“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 Namibias 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,” he said. Theofelus high lighted the critical role of connectivity in modern society, noting that, in today’s world, connectivity is no longer optional. 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 as well as social cohesion. Theofulos commended CRAN, MTC and the 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. CRAN’s chief executive office Emilia Nghikembua said, through the commissioning of this tower, residents of Ehomba and surrounding areas gain access to essential digital tools that support livelihoods, learning, entrepreneurship and safety.
“This 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,” she said. The project underscores the power of collaboration among government agencies, private sector partners and local communities.