Vodafone Egypt, part of the Vodacom Group, has confirmed its participation in Egypt’s multi-year digital infrastructure investment programme led by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority.
The programme, running from the 2026 to 2032 financial years, includes spectrum allocations in the 1,800 MHz and 3,500 MHz bands, along with the renewal of existing 2,600 MHz spectrum. Vodafone Egypt has secured two blocks of 10 MHz in the 1,800 MHz band during the initial phase, a move expected to strengthen its spectrum position and support growing data demand across the market.
Vodacom said the acquisition will result in an intangible spectrum asset valued at approximately $350 million, with an associated financial liability of around $250 million for the financial year ending March 31, 2026. An initial payment of $100 million is scheduled within the current financial year, with the remaining balance to be settled in three annual instalments.
The next phase of the programme is expected to begin in 2028 and run through 2032, during which regulators are anticipated to release additional 3,500 MHz spectrum and renew existing allocations. The initiative forms part of Egypt’s broader strategy to expand digital infrastructure and support future mobile and data services growth.
