Namibian Delegation Visits Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation To Study Key Strategies

A delegation from Namibia’s Ministry of Information and Communication Technology paid a courtesy call on Ghana’s Ministry of Communications and Digitalisation (MoCD) as part of a study tour aimed at exchanging knowledge and learning from Ghana’s experiences in implementing its digitalisation agenda.

The visit sought to explore both the successes and challenges Ghana has encountered in this process and the meeting is expected to strengthen ties between the two countries, paving the way for future collaborations in areas such as data protection and communication technology, while promoting mutual growth and development.

Mr. Shasimana Uugulu, Deputy Director in charge of production at Namibia’s Ministry, led the delegation and he expressed keen interest in learning from Ghana’s best practices, particularly in the areas of Data Protection and Communications

Mr. Uugulu emphasized that the visit was not only about learning but also exploring further avenues for collaboration, including the possibility of signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two ministries to facilitate knowledge sharing and expertise transfer.

Receiving the delegation on behalf of the Sector Minister, Mrs. Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, the Director of Finance and Administration at the Ministrt, Mr. Alfred Nortey, expressed the delight in hosting the Namibian team and reiterated Ghana’s commitment to strengthening the bilateral relationship for the mutual benefit of both nations.

“We are honored to welcome our guests from Namibia and look forward to engaging in productive dialogue to reinforce collaboration between our two nations,” Mr. Nortey remarked.

Providing background on the visit, Mr. Nortey highlighted that the engagement was part of the implementation of the Agreed Minutes from the 5th Session of the Namibian-Ghana Joint Permanent Commission of Cooperation, held in Swakopmund, Namibia, in July 2024.

“This partnership underscores both countries’ commitment to fostering growth, development, and knowledge exchange in critical sectors driving our economies forward,” he added.

Mr. Nortey further emphasized Ghana’s strides in advancing its digital transformation agenda, positioning the country as a leader in Africa’s digital economy.

“Over the past few years, Ghana has embarked on an ambitious digital transformation agenda to position itself as a leader in the digital economy in Africa. Several initiatives have been implemented that have significantly advanced Ghana’s efforts in digitizing governance and ensuring financial inclusion. We have also made strides in Data Protection by establishing the Ghana Data Protection Commission (DPC), which ensures that personal data is managed responsibly, securely and transparently,” he noted.

Mr. Kwame Baah-Acheamfuor, Director for International Affairs at the Ministry, briefed the delegation on Ghana’s achievements in digitalisation and the progress made towards country’s Digital Economic Policy which will soon be launched.

He also discussed data governance, and the legal frameworks that individuals and organizations must comply with concerning the protection of personal and institutional data.

The Namibian delegation was also treated to presentations by key institutions, including the National Information Technology Agency (NITA) and the Data Protection Commission (DPC), showcasing Ghana’s achievements in the digital space.

The meeting provided an opportunity for both nations to exchange valuable insights, particularly regarding the development of their ICT sectors, with a focus on data protection. The MoCD reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with Namibia to drive technological advancements that benefit both nations.

Other members of the delegation included Deputy Director, ICT Development, Mr. Fillemon Johannes, Deputy Director, Audio Visual-Mr. Reagan Malumo, the Deputy Director-Namibia Film Commission, Ms. Florence Hafene, Director at Information Directorate of the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation-Bertha Amakali and the 1st Secretary at the Namibian High Commission-Jacky Hindjou.