Mobile Network Blackout on Rosh Pinah-Oranjemund Road Raises Safety Fears
The absence of mobile network coverage along the road connecting Rosh Pinah and Oranjemund in Namibia has sparked significant safety concerns among lawmakers. National Council member Nestor Sheimi highlighted the issue during a budget debate for the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, warning that the lack of connectivity leaves motorists vulnerable. He argued that in the event of an accident on this busy route, the inability to call for help could result in preventable deaths. Sheimi urged the ministry and mobile service providers, specifically MTC, to urgently install long-distance network towers and introduce modern 5G services to the area. Fellow parliamentarian John Moonde supported the call for prioritizing critical areas to ensure inclusive digital access. Moonde also criticized state-owned entities Telecom Namibia and Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) for frequent internet disruptions, particularly in the Khomas region. He emphasized that Telecom Namibia, having held a monopoly for years, should possess the necessary infrastructure and expertise to provide reliable communication services, especially in rural areas where network infrastructure remains scarce.
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Mobile Network Blackout on Rosh Pinah-Oranjemund Road Raises Safety Fears
The absence of mobile network coverage along the road connecting Rosh Pinah and Oranjemund in Namibia has sparked significant safety concerns among lawmakers. National Council member Nestor Sheimi highlighted the issue during a budget debate for the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, warning that the lack of connectivity leaves motorists vulnerable. He argued that in the event of an accident on this busy route, the inability to call for help could result in preventable deaths. Sheimi urged the ministry and mobile service providers, specifically MTC, to urgently install long-distance network towers and introduce modern 5G services to the area. Fellow parliamentarian John Moonde supported the call for prioritizing critical areas to ensure inclusive digital access. Moonde also criticized state-owned entities Telecom Namibia and Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) for frequent internet disruptions, particularly in the Khomas region. He emphasized that Telecom Namibia, having held a monopoly for years, should possess the necessary infrastructure and expertise to provide reliable communication services, especially in rural areas where network infrastructure remains scarce.
The Namibian