Windhoek, Namibia – 28 January 2025 – Telecom Namibia and the National Housing Enterprise (NHE) today solidified their commitment to transforming Namibia’s housing landscape through a strategic partnership focused on the development of smart housing.
The two leading organizations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlining a comprehensive framework for collaboration on ICT infrastructure, digital services, and affordable housing solutions.
This groundbreaking partnership unites Telecom Namibia’s telecommunications and information technology expertise with NHE’s extensive experience in providing housing solutions. By leveraging their combined strengths, the two entities aim to drive economic growth, create employment opportunities, and enhance the overall quality of life for Namibian citizens.
“Telecom Namibia is thrilled to embark on this journey with NHE,” said Dr. Stanley Shanapinda, Chief Executive Officer of Telecom Namibia. “This collaboration aligns perfectly with our vision of a digitally connected Namibia. Together, we can create innovative solutions that address the nation’s housing challenges while fostering vibrant, tech-enabled housing.”
Mr. Gisbertus Mukulu, Chief Executive Officer of NHE, echoed Dr. Shanapinda’s enthusiasm. “We believe this partnership is a pivotal step towards realizing our goal of providing not just houses, but homes that are equipped with the latest technologies. By working closely with Telecom Namibia, we can create smart, connected living spaces that meet the evolving needs of our residents. NHE will continue to foster strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to add value to our products for the benefit of our clients.”
The MoU outlines key areas of cooperation, including joint infrastructure development to ensure seamless connectivity within NHE developments, collaborative development of innovative smart city solutions, exploration of digital service offerings for residents, joint marketing and sales efforts to expand market reach, knowledge and resource sharing to enhance capabilities, and the exploration of procurement opportunities to support local businesses and contribute to the Namibian economy.
The signing of the MoU marks a significant milestone in Namibia’s journey towards digital transformation and sustainable development. By combining their expertise and resources, Telecom Namibia and NHE are poised to create a lasting impact on the lives of Namibian citizens.
About National Housing Enterprise
The National Housing Enterprise (NHE) is a state-owned company of the Government of the Republic of Namibia under the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development. Its accountability to the Ministry of Regional and Local Government, Housing and Rural Development was formalised by the NHE Act of 1993 (Act No 5 of 1993) as amended.
NHE derives its mandate from NHE Act No 5 of 1993. NHE strives to promote homeownership by being a customer-driven institution that provides housing solutions to alleviate the national housing need. NHE core business is providing housing needs to low-and middle-income inhabitants of Namibia and financing of housing for such inhabitants. The Enterprise renders home loan facilities and provides more than 15 housing products targeting middle to low-income market segments
About Telecom Namibia:
Telecom Namibia Limited is a national telecommunications operator, established in August 1992 and wholly owned by the Government of the Republic of Namibia. Telecom Namibia is functioning as a commercialized company and as a subsidiary of its parent company, Namibia Post and Telecom Holdings Limited.
With a transmission network that is 100% digital, Telecom Namibia provides a comprehensive portfolio of communication services and solutions in broadband, data, voice over fixed wire-based connectivity (copper and fibre), fixed wireless and mobile platforms.
Telecom Namibia is an investor in some of the world’s largest subsea cable systems such as SAT-3, SEACOM and WACS, and more recently Google’s Equiano cable, thereby enhancing the reliability of Namibia’s connectivity to the global subsea cable network and access to international destinations for voice, data, and internet services communication. With its extensive global connectivity, Telecom Namibia is positioned as a regional internet hub and digital gateway to the SADC region and beyond.
For details, contact:
Nomvula Kambinda
Head: Corporate Communication & Public Relations
Telecom Namibia
Tel: 0612012448
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Mutonga Matali
Manager: Corporate Communication & Marketing
National Housing Enterprise
Tel: 0612927237
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