Capital city in Khomas, Namibia
Internet in Windhoek: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Windhoek?
Median fixed broadband in Namibia is 18 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Reliable wifi in most cafés and malls, adequate for video calls. Power cuts are rare.
Getting online in Windhoek
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre, ADSL and fixed LTE from MTC and Telecom Namibia; fibre is spreading, from about 600–1,200 NAD a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Reliable wifi in most cafés and malls, adequate for video calls. Power cuts are rare. |
| Tourist SIM | MTC shops at Windhoek airport and in every town; passport needed to register. Coverage disappears on many desert routes. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | MTC, TN Mobile (Telecom Namibia) |
| Monthly data plan | N$200–400 ($12–24) |
Coworking in Windhoek
There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.
Internet speeds in Africa
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Windhoek?
Median fixed broadband in Namibia is 18 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Reliable wifi in most cafés and malls, adequate for video calls. Power cuts are rare.
Which SIM card should I get in Windhoek?
MTC shops at Windhoek airport and in every town; passport needed to register. Coverage disappears on many desert routes.
Can I use an eSIM in Namibia?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Namibia
- MTC
- TN Mobile (Telecom Namibia)
- Hosea Kutako International Airport (NAC)
- Namibia Tourism Board
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.