Telecom Namibia and the Namibia Public Workers Union (NAPWU) have signed two agreements covering wages, salaries, and substantive matters for the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 financial years.
The agreements, concluded at a signing ceremony, provide enhanced benefits for employees in the bargaining unit, including a once-off taxable payment of N$12,000 in 2025 for all permanent, trainee, and contract staff in lieu of the 2024/2025 wage adjustments.
Employees will also benefit from a N$150,000 increase to housing and loan qualifying amounts, and a 5% salary increment effective 1 October 2025.
Telecom Namibia Chief Executive Officer, Dr Stanley Shanapinda, said the agreements went beyond financial benefits.
“These agreements are not just about numbers but about creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute to the growth and sustainability of Telecom Namibia,” he said.
Shanapinda praised the union’s approach during negotiations.
“I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to our social partner, NAPWU, for their positive engagement throughout this process. The spirit of dialogue and cooperation that has characterised these negotiations is a shining example of what can be achieved when we work together for a common goal,” he said.
He added that the outcome also reinforced the company’s broader national role.
“It is also about reinforcing our commitment to national development and economic stability. As we move forward, let us continue to build on this foundation of trust and partnership. Let us remain focused on delivering value to our customers, strengthening our organisation, and creating opportunities for all,” Shanapinda said.
NAPWU Deputy General Secretary, Mateus Ndeshikeya, described the agreement as a turning point in labour relations.
“We have put aside the ‘us versus them’ mindset, and this change made it possible to finalise negotiations in just one day, something truly remarkable for all of us,” he said.
He credited transparency and patience for the breakthrough.
“Trust, openness, and transparency were the building blocks of fair and constructive negotiations. To our members, thank you for your patience and strength. You stood firm for three years without an increment, and today we honour your resilience,” Ndeshikeya said.
