{"id":59336,"date":"2023-11-30T16:52:47","date_gmt":"2023-11-30T16:52:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/namibia\/all-news\/5g-supports-ai-emerging-technologies"},"modified":"2023-11-30T17:58:46","modified_gmt":"2023-11-30T17:58:46","slug":"5g-supports-ai-emerging-technologies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/namibia\/all-news\/5g-supports-ai-emerging-technologies","title":{"rendered":"5G supports AI, emerging technologies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Namibia. <\/strong><\/span>The 5th generation mobile network and the new global wireless standard, 5G, has a better-advanced capability and supports a lot of emerging technology, such as artificial intelligence. This is according to the CEO of the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN), Emilia Nghikembua.<\/p>\n<p>Providing an update on CRAN yesterday at the government information centre, Nghikembua also refuted baseless reports that emerged during the global pandemic that Covid-19 could be spread via 5G technology. \u201cThere were a lot of reports that 5G is the one causing Covid-19, but that is not true,\u201d said the Nghikembua.<\/p>\n<p>She added that the regulator allowed the licensees to test their infrastructure on the 5G technology, adding that 4G now boasts over 80% population coverage.<\/p>\n<p>CRAN launched a 5G Consumer Awareness Campaign in Windhoek on Tuesday to dispel rumours and false information about 5G technology, and to promote opportunities as well as educate the public.<\/p>\n<p>With Cabinet permission, Namibia has developed a 5G strategy to promote technical advancement through the deployment of cutting-edge technologies for socioeconomic development. Nghikembua yesterday further shared that rapid technological advancements and evolving market dynamics place additional pressure on the regulator.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBecause now, the regulator needs to make sure it is not an obstacle to technological innovation. We need to ensure the regulatory framework is responsive and meets technological advancement, and that it is a front runner to ensure you are spearheading the whole digitalisation agenda,\u201d said Nghikembua.<\/p>\n<p>She also shared some challenges that several litigations in the country are increasing and some of them affect CRAN\u2019s revenue sources. Nghikembua specifically took issue with the fact stagnant communications legislation is being implemented amidst technology that evolves every day.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe need to expedite the review and amendment to align it to the digitisation agenda. Interestingly, government started with a national digitisation strategy, which looks at digital literacy, innovation, technology and skills,\u201d shared the CEO.<\/p>\n<p>According to Nghikembua, information communication technology (ICT) is an economic enabler, as it is one of the sectors that improves operational efficiencies of all other sectors. She, therefore, called for more investment into the ICT sector for it to keep up with the ever-evolving economy.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWith the green industry coming, we need to ensure that our ICT infrastructure is developed. We also need to recognise the need for a holistic policy and legislative framework to address cyber security concerns,\u201d Nghikembua concluded.<\/p>\n<p>Established in terms of the Communications Act (No. 8 of 2009), CRAN is an independent regulator that regulates, supervises and promotes the provision of telecommunications services and networks, broadcasting and postal services, as well as the use and allocation of radio spectrum in Namibia.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/namibia\">Namibia<\/a> Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/\">Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Namibia. The 5th generation mobile network and the new global wireless standard, 5G, has a better-advanced capability and supports a lot of emerging technology, such as artificial intelligence. This is according to the CEO of the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN), Emilia Nghikembua. 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