Residents of Okapuku in the Omuthiya Constituency in the Oshikoto Region have applauded the government for bringing services closer, as poor network coverage is now a thing of the past. For years, rural communities struggled to stay connected due to unstable coverage.

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has emphasised the need for satellite technology in Namibia due to its wide coverage. 

Currently, most of Namibia's services are running on terrestrial networks with a limited reach.

The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology, in collaboration with key partners, has prioritized specific areas in the Omaheke region where mobile and broadcast network coverage needs upgrading.

Lack of value addition to the livestock subsector, inadequate access to potable water, poor network coverage, and rural electrification are some of the key areas that need attention to address regional development in the Omaheke Region. 

Residents of Omusati's Amaupa and Oikokola villages are fuming over the lack of cellphone network coverage, resulting in them resorting to climbing trees in search of a network.

The fed-up villagers handed over a petition to the Tsandi Councillor and the Governor of the Omusati Region.