The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) successfully hosted the inaugural Namibia Cyber Security Incident Response Team (NAM-CSIRT) Stakeholder Engagement on 27 March 2025 in Windhoek. This milestone event highlighted CRAN’s commitment to enhancing Namibia’s digital security landscape and fostering collaboration among key stakeholders within the nation’s cybersecurity framework.
In a significant step towards strengthening national cybersecurity, the Government of the Republic of Namibia allocated N$20 million in seed funding for NAM-CSIRT. This investment facilitated the operational launch of NAM-CSIRT and reinforced the Government’s dedication to bolstering national resilience against cyber threats.
CRAN’s Chief Executive Officer, Emilia Nghikembua, highlighted the establishment of NAM-CSIRT as a pivotal initiative directed by the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT). She emphasised that this initiative is a crucial step in bolstering Namibia’s cybersecurity resilience.
“In an era where cyber threats are rapidly evolving, it is imperative that we engage in a coordinated effort to protect our critical infrastructure and, by extension, safeguard the livelihoods of our citizens,” stated Nghikembua.
Effective cybersecurity relies on collaboration, with trust among stakeholders playing a pivotal role. Strong partnerships foster information sharing, encourage prompt incident reporting, and support collective risk mitigation. Nghikembua emphasised that this synergy between trust and cooperation will not only enhance Namibia’s cybersecurity framework but also contribute to a safer global digital landscape.
The engagement provided a platform to strengthen collaboration, allowing stakeholders to exchange insights, best practices, and lessons learned in cybersecurity. Nghikembua encouraged stakeholders to establish sector-specific Cyber Incident Response Teams (CIRTs) within their industries.
“Adopting this best practice will streamline the exchange of critical information among related entities and significantly elevate Namibia’s cybersecurity maturity. By organising into sectoral CIRTs, we can develop targeted strategies to address sector-specific challenges, ultimately strengthening our collective ability to manage and mitigate cyber incidents,” she noted.