Namibia, Botswana strengthen digital cooperation through ICT agreement
Namibia and Botswana have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance cooperation in information and communication technology. The agreement focuses on digital transformation, cybersecurity, and improving regional connectivity.
Why it matters
This partnership strengthens regional integration in Southern Africa by leveraging shared infrastructure and digital resources to boost economic growth.
NAMIBIA and Botswana have strengthened their digital partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at expanding cooperation in information and communication technology, with a focus on digital transformation, cybersecurity, connectivity and emerging technologies.
The agreement was signed in Kasane by Namibia’s Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, and Botswana’s Minister of Communications and Innovation, David Tshere.
The MoU establishes a framework for collaboration in areas including ICT infrastructure, affordable and reliable connectivity, innovation, digital skills development and cybersecurity, while reinforcing the two countries’ commitment to regional integration, economic growth and improved public service delivery.
Implementation of the agreement will involve close cooperation between the two countries’ ICT ministries, mobile network operators, designated postal operators and communications regulators.
The signing also provided an opportunity for the two countries to review progress on decisions taken during the Namibia-Botswana Bi-National Commission held in Windhoek in October 2025.
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