Global youth discussion and Artificial Intelligence education are boosted by Telecom Namibia's delivery of swift internet connectivity for a worldwide initiative.
Telecom Namibia Advances Youth Engagement and Digital Innovation
Telecom Namibia is making significant strides in supporting both global youth engagement and digital innovation in Namibia. The telecommunications company has sponsored high-speed connectivity for the 1st Commonwealth Youth Consultative Dialogue and the YYeni AI Luderitz Pilot Project [1][2][3].
At the global level, Telecom Namibia backed the Commonwealth Youth Dialogue, which took place at the Windhoek Country Club from 4 - 8 August 2025. This event brought together youth representatives from all 56 Commonwealth countries to engage in policy discussions and development initiatives aimed at addressing shared global challenges [1][2][5]. The ultimate aim is to expand this model to 25 schools and 2,500 learners by 2026. This significant show of support for international collaboration and youth engagement underscores Telecom Namibia's commitment to fostering a connected, knowledge-driven society [1][2][5].
On the local front, Telecom Namibia is the main connectivity provider behind the YYeni AI Luderitz Pilot Project, a five-month research project launched in July 2025 at the Luderitz Secondary School. This project integrates artificial intelligence tutoring with traditional teacher-led instruction, aiming to develop a scalable blueprint for AI-assisted learning in Namibia's public education system. The project, endorsed by the Ministry of Education, represents a crucial step towards modernising Namibia's educational system [3].
Telecom Namibia provided a 100Mbps dedicated internet line for the Dialogue, enabling real-time interaction between delegates, media, and virtual participants around the globe [2]. The internet line was used for seamless live streaming and webcasting of the dialogue sessions. Similarly, for the YYeni AI Luderitz Pilot, Telecom Namibia supplied connectivity support, ensuring smooth operations for the project [3].
Dr. Stanley Shanapinda, CEO of Telecom Namibia, expressed pride in the company's role in initiatives that empower young people and advance digital innovation. He emphasised Telecom Namibia's mission to "enable progress through reliable, high-speed connectivity," indicating their strategic role in fostering both education innovation and youth empowerment [3].
In summary, Telecom Namibia's sponsorship and infrastructure support have a direct impact on advancing education and innovation through:
- Enabling global youth dialogue, fostering international youth cooperation and policy engagement.
- Powering the AI-assisted learning pilot in Luderitz, positioning Namibia at the forefront of educational technology integration.
- Supporting the national agenda on youth development by facilitating access to digital tools and connectivity crucial for modern learning systems.
This involvement represents a broader commitment by Telecom Namibia to national development through empowering youth and embracing digital innovation [1][2][3][5].
- Telecom Namibia's commitment to fostering a connected, knowledge-driven society extends to education-and-self-development, as demonstrated by their sponsorship of the YYeni AI Luderitz Pilot Project, which integrates artificial intelligence tutoring with traditional teacher-led instruction.
- Beyond global youth engagement, Telecom Namibia is making significant strides in modernizing Namibia's educational system by providing streaming connectivity for education-and-self-development initiatives, such as through the AI-assisted learning pilot project.
