Windhoek - Post Report Question and Answers

Is high-speed home Internet access available? How long does it typically take to install it after arrival?

Yes, it took a few days to install. - Jan 2021


High speed 4g internet is available. It cost about US$100 a month for unlimited service (although they do throttle it back once you start reaching certain limits). - Jan 2016


Yes, 4G Internet at about US$100 per month. - Jun 2015


The internet provider here charges you for the bandwidth they wish they were giving you rather than what's actually coming into your home. But it's enough for Skyping back to the States (even if you'll be a little pixelated at times) and downloading shows and movies (if you're patient). - May 2013


Yes, although it's really high speed in Namibia and loses strength when linking outside the country. Cost is $120 USD for 2megs. - Jan 2013


Yes, 4G network is new to Windhoek and we have it. We average about 20mb/second and pay about $125 each month (well worth the price with two teenagers and a gadget-happy family). - Jul 2012


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