MTC has invested more than N$382,000 in the 2026 Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair as the telecommunications company steps up its support for entrepreneurship and small business development in Namibia.
The investment comprises N$350,000 in sponsorship, more than N$12,000 worth of airtime for the organising committee and branded merchandise valued at over N$20,000 for trade fair personnel.
The funding will support the 25th edition of the Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair, one of Namibia’s largest platforms for SMEs, established businesses and investors to showcase products, build networks and secure new business opportunities.
MTC Chief Brand, Marketing, Communications and Sustainability Officer Tim Ekandjo said the company views the trade fair as a catalyst for economic growth and enterprise development.
“The Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair continues to demonstrate the transformative power of partnerships in driving economic growth and creating opportunities for Namibian businesses. At MTC, we believe that investing in showcases like the OATF is an investment in entrepreneurs, innovation and the communities they serve.”
Ongwediva Mayor Naemi Amuthenu said the event has become a key driver of business activity in northern Namibia.
“The Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair is our economic heartbeat. These sponsorships are an investment in business development, entrepreneurship, job creation, innovation and the future prosperity of our town and our country.”
Held under the theme “A Resilient, Inclusive and Sustainable Economy,” this year’s trade fair will mark its 25th anniversary, bringing together businesses, entrepreneurs, government institutions and investors from across Namibia
