The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has renewed the contract of its Chief Executive Officer, Emilia Nghikembua. She will serve a second five-year term, starting on the first of January next year.

CRAN Board Chairperson Tulimevava Mufeti said Nghikembua has shown strong leadership and has led reforms aimed at improving Namibia's telecommunications and broadcasting sectors.

The CRAN Board expressed confidence in Nghikembua's strategic vision, leadership capabilities and steadfast commitment to advancing Namibia's communications sector.

The Board further highlighted her role in driving the country's digital ambitions and positioning Namibia as a leading digital hub in Africa.

It noted that her innovative approach has fostered an environment conducive to sustainable growth, increased competition and improved consumer services across the country.

In 2022, 2023 and 2024, Nghikembua was consecutively ranked among the Top 100 African Economic Leaders by the Choiseul Institute and recognised as one of Africa's most influential young leaders expected to shape the continent's economic future.

She was also honoured by the Windhoek Observer as one of Namibia's 50 Meritorious Individuals in the corporate leadership category in 2024.

Her contributions were further acknowledged in 2024 when she was named Young African Leader of the Year by African Leadership Magazine for her efforts in reforming and strengthening Africa's communications landscape.

The Board noted that Nghikembua's continued leadership is vital to advancing CRAN's statutory mandate and fostering an inclusive, innovative and resilient communications environment that benefits all Namibians.