Namibia, located in southwestern Africa, is known for its vast, arid desert landscape that covers the majority of the country. The population of approximately 2.5 million people is unevenly distributed, with a high density in the north near Angola and a significantly lower concentration in the desert regions. Windhoek, the capital and largest city, serves as a central hub for technology and telecommunications. Infrastructure solutions in Namibia have often had to cope with the challenges presented by its geography, leading to unique innovations such as solar-powered mobile phone towers in remote regions. The telecommunications sector in Namibia is relatively mature with a high mobile penetration rate and growing internet connectivity, primarily driven by Telecom Namibia and MTC. However, the country’s renewable energy sector is in an earlier stage of development, with potential for growth in solar and wind energy technologies due to Namibia’s climate and geographical features.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 2 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
MTC, short for Mobile Telecommunications Company, is a prominent telecommunications provider in Namibia. The company was founded in 1994 as a joint venture between the Namibian government, Namibia Post and Telecommunications Holdings (NPTH), and Telia Overseas AB and Swedfund International AB. During May 2004, the government reclaimed 100% of the shares in MTC by acquiring the 49% held by Telia and Swedfund. During 2006 the sale of 34% of MTC shares to Portugal Telecom was concluded for N$1.34 billion while the Namibian government retains the remainder of the stake through NPTH. The network...
TN Mobile is a telecommunications company based in Namibia, providing cellular and internet services. Initially introduced as Cell One and later rebranded as Leo, it is now the second largest mobile operator in Namibia. The company came under the full ownership of Telecom Namibia, a state-owned entity, in 2012 following approval by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN). The full incorporation process was completed in 2013, leading to the creation of TN Mobile as Telecom Namibia's mobile division. Telecom Namibia has since expanded and upgraded TN Mobile's network to a 4G...