Namibia’s Minister of ICT, Honourable Emma Theofelus, has officially opened the 8th National ICT Summit in Windhoek, themed “Building Resilience to ‘Adapt or Die’ in the Age of Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence”. During her keynote address at the Mercure Hotel, Theofelus highlighted the importance of embracing artificial intelligence (AI) while promoting its ethical use. She also urged citizens to be mindful of their digital footprints on social media.
The Minister stressed that Namibia must adapt to rapid technological advances to ensure that digital transformation benefits all sectors and promotes sustainable development. She noted that digital technologies are reshaping public service delivery, improving access to services such as e-governance, healthcare and education. By harnessing digital tools, the government aims to improve accessibility, efficiency and responsiveness to the needs of Namibians.
The summit’s long-standing sponsors were also recognised for their unwavering support at a celebratory dinner, with Theofelus hailing their partnership in fostering engagement and collaboration in the country’s ICT sector. The 8th edition of the summit continues to provide a crucial platform to address the challenges and opportunities of Namibia’s digital landscape.
