CRAN expands rural connectivity in Kunene
On 30 January 2026, the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) commissioned the second telecommunications tower under the Universal Service Fund (USF) initiative, with the launch of the Ehomba Tower in the Kunene Region.
The Ehomba deployment follows the successful rollout of the inaugural USF-funded tower in Epinga, Ohangwena Region, which was launched in November 2025. Together, the projects underscore the government’s commitment to expanding equitable access to information and communication technologies (ICTs), particularly in rural and underserved communities.
Kunene Region governor Vipakuje Muharukua said the project carried broader significance for both 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.”
Information and communication technology minister Emma Theofelus said the tower represented tangible progress in translating policy commitments into real outcomes.
“The launch of the tower marks a concrete and meaningful step in the implementation of the government’s commitment to universal access to ICTs and the attainment of Namibia’s 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.”
CRAN chief executive officer Emilia Nghikembua said the tower would improve access to essential digital tools for communities in Ehomba and surrounding areas.
“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,” Nghikembua said.
