Africa-Press – Namibia. Namibia has reaffirmed its commitment to combating cybercrime and strengthening digital security, with the Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, signing the United Nations Convention Against Cybercrime and High-Level Conference held in Hanoi, Vietnam, from 24–26 October 2025.
“Namibia joins the world stage with conviction and determination to confront the growing challenge of cybercrime. We come ready to partner with all nations of goodwill to build a safer, more secure, and more just digital world-united for the common good of humanity,” the minister stated.
The convention, described as a historic milestone in international efforts to fight cybercrime, provides a global framework for cooperation among countries to prevent, detect and prosecute cyber offences.
Namibia’s participation signals the government’s proactive stance in enhancing cybersecurity, especially as the nation works to finalise its national Cybercrime Bill.
Theofelus said the timing of the convention is crucial, as Namibia is in the process of drafting its Cybercrime Bill, which will be tabled in Parliament next year.
“This convention provides us with a strong and forward-looking framework upon which to build,” she noted.
The youthful leader also highlighted Namibia’s efforts to develop local capacity in cybersecurity, including the establishment of the Namibia Computer Incident Response Team (NamCIRT) last year. NamCIRT plays a key role in strengthening the country’s ability to prevent, detect, and respond to cyber incidents.
“Cybercrime knows no borders. If the systems of our neighbours are compromised, the security of our citizens is equally at risk. In the digital era, a neighbour can be ten thousand kilometres away, yet only a single click apart,” she said.
The minister further emphasised that Namibia aims to be among the first countries to ratify the convention and incorporate its principles, such as international cooperation, respect for human rights and data protection into national legislation.
The High-Level Conference in Hanoi brought together Heads of State, ministersand experts from across the world to discuss strategies for strengthening cyber resilience, building capacity for developing nations, and bridging the global digital divide.
Theofelus concluded her remarks by reaffirming Namibia’s readiness to work with the international community to ensure a safer and more inclusive digital future. Quoting Namibia’s Founding President Sam Nujoma, she said, “A united people, striving to achieve a common good for all members of society, will always emerge victorious.”
Namibia’s active role in the convention underscores its vision to become a digitally resilient nation, where innovation and security go hand in hand, ensuring that citizens can safely participate in the global digital economy.
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