In today’s rapidly evolving digital era, access to information is not just a right; it is a catalyst for participation, empowerment, and national development.
As Namibia deepens its commitment to transparency through the Access to Information Act, 2022, the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) stands at the centre of this transformation, bridging policy, technology, and public needs.
This was said by Ms. Jennifer Pogisho, the Manager for Access to Information and Consumer Relations and Advocacy at the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN).
Pogisho said this in a statement following the launch of the Epinga and Ehomba villages’ telecommunications towers which promise a future of fast and reliable internet.
“CRAN has embraced this responsibility by publishing regulatory decisions, guidelines, and notices, by sharing sector statistics and policy updates, and by opening digital spaces for public consultations, and also by improving the visibility and usability of information on its website and social platforms,” Pogisho said.
“Similarly, for countries like Namibia, where digital adoption is rising and policy frameworks are strengthening, the intersection of Access to Information (ATI), digital transformation, and digital inclusion is shaping the future of governance, participation, and development.
“CRAN thus sees access to information as a powerful enabler for communities, consumers, and businesses, especially in the digital age.
“By championing access to information, the Authority is building the foundation for a more empowered, equitable and digitally connected Namibia.”
Pogisho further indicated that CRAN’s work has become even more significant as digital platforms reshape how citizens access and consume information, and as the country takes bold strides towards universal connectivity.
“Nowhere was this more visible than in the Epinga and Ehomba villages, whose new telecommunications towers launched on 19 November 2025 and 30 January 2026, respectively, under the Universal Service Fund (USF).
“The launch of these telecommunication towers stands as powerful examples of CRAN’s commitment to digital inclusion and equitable access.
“Epinga and Ehomba’s new infrastructure are more than physical structures; they are lifelines for information, opportunity, and connection.”
According to Principal of Shimbode Primary School, Mr. Toivo Shilumbu, one of the most notable impacts of the Epinga tower has been the enabling of the community to engage and share critical information through community WhatsApp groups.
“This is the story of how CRAN is driving an information revolution, one community, and one digital step at a time,” said Pogisho.
“With improved voice and data connectivity, Namibians including the communities of Epinga and Ehomba, can amongst others access government services online and participate in public information platforms.
“These developments demonstrate that access to information is thus no longer just about transparency and empowerment; it is about dignity, opportunity, and the power to shape one’s own future.
“Through its efforts, CRAN ensures that access to information is not a privilege for a few, but a right for everyone no matter where they live.”
In the photo: Ms. Jennifer Pogisho, the Manager for Access to Information and Consumer Relations and Advocacy at the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN).
