By Stefanus Nashama

Mobile Telecommunications Company (MTC) has reported a strong performance for the six months ending 31 March 2025, recording a 15.8 percent year-on-year revenue increase from N$1.57 billion to N$1.82 billion.
According to MTC, the growth is driven by consistent subscriber expansion, enhanced product performance and increased revenue across its diversified service portfolio. This solid growth highlights the success of the company’s strategy to deepen mobile penetration, scale its digital ecosystem and strengthen enterprise partnerships.
According to the company, prepaid revenue surged by 18 percent continuing to anchor MTC’s mobile segment. The boost is attributed to enhanced bundle offerings, increased average revenue per user and a strong uptake of the flagship Aweh product line.
 

With more than 57 percent of the 2024 financial year prepaid revenue already achieved in the first half, this segment, according to MTC, is on track to surpass previous records if current trends continue.
Postpaid revenue remained relatively stable, with a modest 0.3 percent year-on-year increase, while monthly subscription income rose by four percent. 
 

MTC’s Enterprise Business Unit (EBU) also delivered robust results, recording  a 40.1 percent growth in revenue and a 51 percent increase in spectra connections.
Device and accessory sales increased by 23 percent, driven by growing demand for handset upgrades and financing options. Additionally, visitor roaming income rose by 26 percent, fueled by a rebound in tourism and expanded international roaming agreements.

Katutura footprint
Meanwhile, MTC recently opened its second mobile branch in Katutura, located in the Greenwell Matongo settlement of the Samora Machel Constituency. This brings MTC’s total number of branches nationwide to 37, a significant milestone in expanding local access to its services.
 

Speaking at the opening ceremony, information and communication technology (ICT) minister, Emma Theofelus, said: “This is a proud and crucial moment for digital inclusion in Namibia. MTC’s new facility supports our national objective to democratize access to ICT across all constituencies.”
 

She added that ICT services have proven to be a bridge between the informal and formal economy, before commending the move, especially in Samora Machel, the largest and most densely populated constituency in the Khomas Region. 
MTC financial director, Thinus Smit, said: “We reaffirm MTC’s commitment to bringing world-class service directly to underserved communities. The Greenwell Matongo mobile home is a permanent branch where customers can access services including contract applications, SIM replacements, account payments, renewals, device setup and more.”
 

Smit added that the growing customer base in Katutura made the existing mobile home at Black Chain insufficient to meet the demand. Long queues at that branch prompted the decision to open a second location in Eveline Street.
 

“Katutura is arguably the heartbeat of Windhoek and home to a vibrant population that drives the local economy. This new shop is a testament to our dedication to community empowerment and economic development through accessible, convenient service delivery.”