Namibia and UNDP collaborate on digital development and AI policy
Date: 2025-11-26
By: Robert Annor
Namibia’s
Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelu has held a
courtesy meeting with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident
Representative, Amanda Serunaga, to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in
support of the country’s national development priorities.
During
the meeting, both parties explored opportunities to deepen collaboration
between government institutions and international development agencies to
advance Namibia’s social and economic objectives. The discussions focused on
aligning efforts to strengthen digital transformation initiatives and improve
the coherence of joint programmes.
Minister
Theofelus highlighted the country’s growing need for support in developing an
artificial intelligence white paper and legislation, emphasising Namibia’s
ambition to build world-class digital public infrastructure. She underscored
the importance of strategic partnerships in shaping the policy frameworks
required to ensure responsible and inclusive adoption of emerging technologies.
The
UNDP Resident Representative expressed the organisation’s continued commitment
to working with Namibia to accelerate progress in areas critical to the
nation’s long-term development.
