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MICT MINISTER MEETS NEW NAMPOST BOARD | The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Hon. Emma Theofelus, met with the newly appointed NamPost Board of Directors at the Ministry’s headquarters on 22 October 2026, marking the first engagement between the Minister and the new Board members.

The meeting provided an opportunity for the Board to outline its planned activities, key priorities and the tasks it intends to undertake in fulfilling its mandate. Discussions focused on the Board’s forward plans and its role in guiding NamPost’s strategic direction and supporting the organisation’s continued development.

The engagement forms part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration with its public entities, ensuring strategic alignment, effective governance and a shared commitment to advancing Namibia’s digital and postal services agenda.

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PRESIDENT VISITS POHAMBA FAMILY AS SWAPO PAYS TRIBUTE TO LATE MADAME POHAMBA | Her Excellency Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, today visited the Pohamba family to pay her respects to the late Madame Penehupifo Hashokwalindishi Pohamba.

The visit coincided with a SWAPO Party service held in remembrance of the late Madame Pohamba, bringing together party leaders, affiliated organisations and family members to honour her life and legacy.
The programme featured tributes from SWAPO Party wings and affiliates, including representatives of the Namibia Exile Kids Association, the National Union of Namibian Workers, the Former Plan Combatants Association and the party’s youth and women’s structures.

The gathering reflected on Madame Pohamba’s life and contribution, as family, friends and members of the SWAPO Party continued to pay tribute to her enduring legacy.

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MADAM POHAMBA REMEMBERED FOR HER LOVE AND KINDNESS | Madam Penehupifo Pohamba was remembered as a devoted wife, loving grandmother and mother figure whose kindness and generosity touched many lives during today’s service at the Pohamba residence.

Her granddaughter, Semira Shiluwa, shared heartfelt memories of her grandmother, recalling their ordinary family moments, her grandmother’s playful personality and the deep love she openly expressed for her husband, former President H.E. Dr Hifikepunye Pohamba.

Shiluwa said her grandmother’s legacy extended beyond her immediate family, as she offered wisdom, guidance and comfort to many people whose lives she touched.
She expressed gratitude to everyone who had supported the family through visits, prayers, messages and acts of kindness during this difficult time.

Shiluwa urged those who loved her grandmother to honour her memory by reflecting the same compassion and love she showed others, noting that her legacy would continue to live on through the many lives she touched.

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LADY POHAMBA HOSPITAL HONOURS LEGACY OF ITS NAMESAKE | The late Madame Penehupifo Pohamba’s enduring contribution to maternal and child health, and her commitment to advancing healthcare in Namibia, were highlighted during the ongoing services at the Pohamba residence, where dignitaries, including Vice President Lucia Witbooi, visited to pay their respects and convey condolences to the bereaved family.

Chief Executive Officer of Lady Pohamba Private Hospital, Baronice Hans, reflected on why the hospital bears Madame Pohamba’s name, recalling that its founders approached her to become its patron because of her standing in the health sector, both in Namibia and across the continent.

Hans highlighted Madame Pohamba’s advocacy for maternal and child health, HIV/AIDS awareness, improved access to healthcare for vulnerable families and the advancement of nursing in Namibia. She noted that the hospital, which opened its doors on 18 January 2016, continues to uphold the values of service, dignity and compassion that Madame Pohamba championed.

Describing her as a cherished member of the hospital family, Hans reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to honouring her legacy through compassionate care and excellence in healthcare. She also extended condolences to former President Hifikepunye Pohamba and the bereaved family.

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MOURNERS GATHER TO PAY TRIBUTE TO THE LATE MADAME PENEHUPIFO POHAMBA | Various dignitaries, government officials, politicians and other mourners gathered at the residence of the late former First Lady, Madame Penehupifo Pohamba, in Windhoek on Monday, 19 October 2026, to convey their condolences to former President H.E. Dr Hifikepunye Pohamba and the bereaved family.

The mourners paid their respects and signed the book of condolences in honour of Madame Pohamba, recognising her life of service and her contributions to Namibia, particularly in maternal and child healthcare, women’s empowerment and community welfare.

The memorial services commenced on Monday, 19 October 2026, and will continue until Friday, 23 October 2026. The services take place daily from 18:00 to 19:00 at the Pohamba residence in Windhoek, as dignitaries, government representatives, political leaders and other mourners pay tribute to the late former First Lady and express their condolences to the bereaved family.

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CONDOLENCES | The Rt. Hon. Prime Minister, Dr. Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare, was among those who gathered at the Pohamba residence in Windhoek to pay respect and comfort the bereaved family following the passing of the late former First Lady of Namibia, H.E. Madam Penehupifo Pohamba. She served as First Lady during President Hifikepunye Pohamba's administration from 2005 to 2015.

As mourners continue to offer their condolences to the bereaved family, they are also honouring Madam Pohamba’s contributions to healthcare and women’s empowerment, which remain central to her legacy. The late former First Lady served from 2005 to 2015, in the period following the AIDS epidemic. She is remembered for her remarkable work championing maternal and child healthcare, combating HIV and AIDS and malaria, and promoting the dignity and well-being of widows.

Madam Pohamba was a midwife and professional nurse. She remained passionate about improving access to healthcare long after her tenure as First Lady and continued to advocate for accessible healthcare, particularly in the Ohangwena Region, where she and former President H.E. Hifikepunye Pohamba retired to their home village in Okanghudi.

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HON. THEOFELUS CALLS ON YOUTH INNOVATORS TO CREATE VALUABLE SOLUTIONS FOR NAMIBIA| While delivering the keynote address during the opening session of the National Youth Days for the 9th National ICT Summit, on Thursday 14, October 2026, Hon. Emma Theofelus Minister of Information and communications Technology (MICT), expressed hope that the competition would serve as a starting point for many successful innovations, new businesses, meaningful partnerships, and lasting contributions to Namibia’s development.

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NATIONAL YOUTH DAYS| On Thursday, 15 October 2026, local and international ICT industry players from academia, governance, and the private sector joined Minister of Information and Communications Technology, Hon. Emma Theofelus, and Deputy Minister, Hon. Wenzel Kavaka, at the Ongwediva Trade Fair Centre where the 9th National ICT Summit is currently underway, for the opening session of the National Youth Days.

The National Youth Days are a two-day event held under the 9th National ICT Summit, dedicated to exposing young people to the latest ICT developments and providing them with an opportunity to showcase their innovations to industry players for possible partnerships and the commercialisation of their ideas.

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NATIONAL YOUTH DAY | The National Youth Day of the 9th National ICT Summit opened with a captivating performance from the Gabrial Taapopi Senior Secondary School Choir on Thursday, 15 October 2026, at the Ongwediva Trade Fair Centre. The summit brings together local and international ICT industry players from across industry, governance, and academia to discuss trends, developments, and challenges facing the ICT industry.

Addressing the youth who showed up in numbers for the National Youth Day, Hon. Emma Theofelus Minister of Information and Communication Technology, highlighted the importance of ethical behaviour on social media, imploring young people to remain conscious of their digital footprint and exercise caution in what they share online so as not to be targeted in the cyberspace. She noted that while cybersecurity is important, the first line of defence remains personal censorship, and encouraged the youth to develop practical habits around password safety, recognising online scams and patterns, and practising ethical hacking. She further noted that the youth present sit on great potential to become digital literacy ambassadors, capable of educating others on how to be safer online.

Delivering the welcoming remarks, Deputy Minister of ICT, Hon. Wenzel Kavaka, called on the youth exhibitors to use the opportunity to learn, collaborate, ask questions, and develop solutions that respond to Namibian needs. He further called on industry partners and established institutions to mentor, support, and invest in the promising young innovators present.

Speaking on behalf of the Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture, Deputy Director of Training and Employment, Mr. Lysias Haiduwa, noted that ensuring every learner has a fair opportunity to participate in the digital future is a shared responsibility. He emphasised that young people should simultaneously be equipped with practical digital skills that respond to the growing needs of the ICT industry, opening pathways to employment in the ICT sector.

Young innovators were challenged to develop a media monitoring and analysis tool, a solution aimed at helping government track, analyse, and understand public conversations online. A total of 25 group applications were received, and after a rigorous selection process, only five groups were shortlisted. Meanwhile, 28 applications from young ICT innovators wishing to exhibit their innovations at the ICT Summit 2026 were received, with 10 exhibitors selected to showcase their projects at the summit.

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STRENGTHENING CYBERSECURITY AND CRISIS COMMUNICATION | The Deputy Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Hon. Wenzel Kavaka, officially opened the Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team (NAM-CSIRT) Masterclass on Cyber Incident Handling, Response and Crisis Communication on 14 October 2026, on the sidelines of the 9th ICT Summit in Ongwediva.

In his remarks, Hon. Kavaka emphasised that cybersecurity requires a proactive, whole-of-organisation approach, highlighting that effective communication is just as important as technical response during a cyber incident. He underscored the importance of accurate, timely and transparent information in protecting public trust, guiding stakeholders and minimising the impact of cyber threats.

Organised by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) and NAM-CSIRT during Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the masterclass brought together technical specialists, information security professionals, communications practitioners and decision-makers to strengthen cyber preparedness, incident response, crisis communication and national cyber resilience.

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NETWORKING GALA DINNER | Local and international stakeholders from government, industry, academia and the private sector gathered with the Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Hon. Emma Theofelus, for a networking gala dinner on 13 October 2026 at Bennies Entertainment Park in Ongwediva, Oshana Region, as part of the 9th National ICT Summit.
The dinner provided a relaxed setting for delegates to connect, exchange ideas and build professional relationships beyond the summit sessions. Bringing together stakeholders with different experiences and expertise, the gathering created opportunities to explore shared interests and potential partnerships that could support innovation and the continued development of Namibia’s ICT sector.