Meet DigiNam—Namibia’s public guide to digital trust. As more services, agreements and transactions move online, we need reliable ways to confirm identities, protect document integrity and recognise trusted digital services. DigiNam helps explain the infrastructure behind electronic signatures and digital certificates, and CRAN’s role in accrediting qualifying security products, services and providers. Learn more at rootca.cran.na. #DigiNam #DigitalTrust #cranamibia

The CRAN Board, Management and Team wish to congratulate our Chief Executive Officer, Mrs Emilia Nghikembua, on being named CEO of the Year at the 2026 IPM Namibia HR Excellence Awards. This prestigious recognition celebrates her visionary leadership, strategic direction, and commitment to people-centred management, recognising the vital role that people, performance and purpose play in organisational success. Congratulations, Mrs Nghikembua! Your leadership continues to inspire excellence. #CRAN #IPMNamibia #HRExcellenceAwards2026 #Leadership #CEOOfTheYear

Happy Bosses Day! Today, our leaders reflect on what it means to lead and we remain grateful for their guidance and dedication. #BossesDay #Leadership

CRAN serves as Namibia’s Root Certification Authority, or Root CA, under the Electronic Transactions Act (No. 4 of 2019). Its role includes accrediting qualifying security products, services and providers, setting and enforcing accreditation conditions, and supporting the national trust framework for recognised electronic signatures. CRAN’s focus is the trusted infrastructure supporting digital certificates, signatures and secure electronic transactions. Read more at rootca.cra.na #DigiNam #TrustIsNowDigital #RootCA #CRANamiba

Attention all Telecommunications, Postal and Broadcasting Service Licensees Quarterly Data Submissions covering the period 01 July 2026 to 30 September 2026 are due on or before 02 November 2026. All submissions must be made through the CRAN Portal. For assistance, contact Mr. Fillemon Shilongo at [email protected] or call +264 61 222 666. Submit on time and stay compliant. #cranamibia

What a remarkable day it has been! 🎓🛡️ CRAN and NAM-CSIRT wrapped up a highly productive One-Day Masterclass on Cyber Incident Handling, Response and Crisis Communication at the 9th National ICT Summit at the Ongwediva Trade Fair Center. The day was enriched by the invaluable contributions of cybersecurity experts from the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), including Mr. Isaac Nhamu, Prof. Gamundani, Ms. Viktoria Shakela, and Dr. Gabriel Nhinda. Their expertise across sessions on cyber incident preparedness, detection, decision-making, and crisis communication elevated the quality of today's engagements significantly. A special thank you to all speakers, participants, and the NAM-CSIRT team for making this masterclass a resounding success. Namibia's cyber future is in capable hands. #CRANamibia #namcsirt #CyberSecurity #NUST

CRANICLES Q3 is here! Our latest stakeholder newsletter is packed with insights on telecommunications regulation, industry updates, and CRAN's commitment to fostering a leading, secure, inclusive, and innovative communications sector. Scan the QR code or use the link zurl.co/CCXDv to read the full newsletter. #cranamibia #CRANICLES #DigitalTransformation

📢 STAKEHOLDER NOTICE: Collection of Radio Operator Certificates (ROC) 📢 Attention all ROC holders in Walvis Bay! 📻 CRAN will be facilitating the collection and handover of ROC cards for holders who have not yet collected theirs.

♻️ It’s International E-Waste Day, and CRAN is celebrating at Freedom Plaza! Throughout October we’ve asked Namibians to #DisposeWisely, and today we’re bringing it to life. Join us for a fun day of information sharing, games and more. 📍 Where: CRAN @ Freedom Plaza, Courtside Building, Windhoek 📅 When: Today, Wednesday 14 October 2026 @ 08h00 – 13h00 Bring your old devices: 📱 Mobile phones 💻 Laptops and tablets 📺 TVs and monitors 🔋 Batteries 🔌 Cables and chargers 🖨️ Printers Certified disposal bins will be on site, provided by Ecolux Trading. #DisposeWisely #MyEWasteCRAN

We have our winners! Congratulations to the three winners of the #MyEWasteCRAN competition ♻️ - Teresia Zacarias - Ndeshipanda Victoria - Nangy Nangula To claim your prize, you must be present at the International E-Waste Day Activation today, from 09h00, at the CRAN head office, Freedom Plaza, Courtside Building, at the corner of Fidel Castro and Reverend Michal Scott Street, Windhoek. Thank you to everyone who participated. #DisposeWisely #MyEWasteCRAN #CRANamibia

CRAN takes centre stage at the ICT Summit, engaging with industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to advance Namibia's digital landscape. As the regulatory authority for communications, CRAN remains committed to fostering a connected, competitive, and consumer-focused ICT sector. Stay tuned for highlights from the summit. #ICTSummit #CRAN #DigitalNamibia #Connectivity #Regulation

Captain Cyber's Tip for this week's Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Phishing scams are one of the most common cyber threats in Namibia, and they are getting harder to spot. A phishing message is designed to trick you into clicking a link, downloading a file, or sharing personal information. It may arrive as an email, an SMS, a WhatsApp message, or even a social media post. Here is how to spot one: - It creates a sense of urgency: "Your account will be closed in 24 hours." - It asks for your PIN, password, or banking details. - The sender's email address or number does not match the organisation it claims to be from. - The link leads to a website that looks real but has a slightly different address. If something feels wrong, trust that feeling. Do not click. Do not share. Report it. #CyberTipTuesday #CaptainCyber #NAMCSIRT #CyberSafeNamibia

Namibia's digital future is being built right here. CRAN is at the 9th National ICT Summit in Ongwediva, driving conversations on inclusive growth, job creation and poverty eradication through ICT. Plus, the Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team (NAM-CSIRT) will host a One-Day Cybersecurity Masterclass at the summit in celebration of Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Sign up using the link: qr.codes/PRfHQI Stay connected for live updates from the summit. #ICTSummit2026 #cranamibia #DigitalNamibia #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

You are invited. On 14 October 2026, CRAN is hosting an E-Waste Day Activation, and we want you there. It is a free, fun day for everyone. No formal programme. No speeches. Just good energy, great information, and a chance to do something meaningful for Namibia. Here is what to expect on the day: - Drop off your e-waste at certified disposal bins provided by Ecolux Trading. - Interact with CRAN's e-waste partners and learn about responsible disposal. - - - Play games and win prizes. - Enjoy music and dancing. Admission is free. See you on 14 October. #EWasteWiseNamibia #DisposeWisely #MyEWasteCRAN #CRANamibia

Today, the world celebrates World Post Day, observed annually on 9 October to mark the founding of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) in 1874, the body that connects postal networks across 192 countries and keeps global communication flowing. This year's theme, "One Postal Network, Infinite Possibilities," highlights the power of an interconnected world where communication knows no borders. At CRAN, we share this vision. As Namibia's communications regulator, we work to ensure that every channel of communication, from postal to digital, is accessible, reliable, and protected for all Namibians. #WorldPostDay #cranamibia #OnePostalNetwork

Over the past two days, CRAN had the pleasure of hosting a delegation from the Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA) for a benchmarking engagement focused on Universal Access and Service. The engagement provided an opportunity to share CRAN’s experiences in implementing the Universal Service Fund (USF), including key successes, lessons learned, project sustainability and the challenges encountered. Such engagements are an important part of strengthening regional cooperation, knowledge exchange and regulatory learning, as we collectively work towards expanding meaningful and inclusive digital connectivity across our region. We thank our colleagues from ZICTA for the valuable engagement and our CRAN team for sharing their expertise and experiences. #CRAN #ZICTA #USF #DigitalInclusion

The #MyEWasteCRAN competition is officially open, and prizes are up for grabs. Here is how to enter: ✅Step 1: Head to CRAN's WhatsApp Channel and answer the question ✅Step 2: Find at least 3 e-waste items you no longer use and take a photograph. ✅Step 3: Post your photo to your Instagram or Facebook Story, tag @CRANamibia, and use the hashtag #MyEWasteCRAN. That is your entry. Winners will be announced at the International E-Waste Day Activation on 14 October 2026. You must be present to claim your prize. Entries close on 13 October 2026 at 17:00. #MyEWasteCRAN #EWasteWiseNamibia #DisposeWisely #CRANamibia

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and Captain Cyber is kicking it off with the most important tip of all: your password. A weak or reused password is one of the most common ways cybercriminals gain access to personal accounts, banking apps, and business systems. Here is what a strong password looks like: - At least 12 characters long - A combination of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols - No personal information such as your name, date of birth, or phone number - Different from every other password you use - Enable two-factor authentication on every account that offers it. It adds a second layer of protection even if your password is compromised. Follow Captain Cyber every Tuesday this October for a new cybersecurity tip. #CyberTipTuesday #CyberAwareNamibia #CaptainCyber #NAMCSIRTNamibia #CyberSafeNamibia

CRAN is participating in the 53rd Meeting of the International Telecommunication Union Radiocommunication Sector (ITU-R) Working Party 5D (WP 5D), taking place in Geneva, Switzerland, from 28 September to 8 October 2026. Working Party 5D is responsible for matters relating to International Mobile Telecommunications (IMT) and is undertaking important technical and spectrum studies supporting preparations for the World Radiocommunication Conference 2027 (WRC-27). The meeting addresses key matters relating to IMT spectrum, technology evolution and WRC-27 preparations. CRAN’s participation supports Namibia’s continued engagement in the international development of spectrum and IMT frameworks. Furthermore, it forms an important part of Namibia’s broader WRC-27 preparatory process, helping ensure that national priorities remain informed by global technical developments while contributing to the advancement of African spectrum interests. Representing CRAN are Mr. Pascal Haingura, Executive: Engineering & Technical Services; Ms. Ronel Le Grange, Technical Advisor to the CEO; and Ms. Sheleen Kavikairiua, Manager: Licensing, Standards and Regulatory Compliance. #cranamibia #ITU #ITUR #WP5D #WRC27 #SpectrumManagement #IMT

Electronic waste is one of the fastest-growing environmental challenges facing our country. This October, CRAN is taking action. We are educating the public on what e-waste is, why responsible disposal matters, and how every Namibian can play a role. Follow this page throughout October for more tips on how to dispose of your E-waste responsibly, and details for our upcoming E-Waste Activation on 14 October 2026. Dispose wisely. Protect Namibia. #EWasteWiseNamibia #DisposeWisely #MyEWasteCRAN #EWasteDay #CRANamibia

📢 BID INVITATION Expression of Interest (EOI) for the Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of a Network Performance Monitoring System for Quality of Service (QoS) for both Fixed and Mobile Telecommunications Networks Reference: NCS/EOI/CRAN-01/2026 Closing: 22 October 2026 at 11:00 AM Request your bidding documents at [email protected] No late submissions will be accepted