Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egypt’s NTRA plays a vital role in digital transformation, introducing 5G, eSIM, and WiFi calling, while enforcing consumer rights through tools like My NTRA. By balancing regulation, innovation, and inclusion, it positions Egypt as a leading digital hub in the region.
Egypt’s telecom regulator provides free data allowances to users after a fire at Cairo’s Ramses Central exchange disrupts services, while investigating the incident’s cause.
The NTRA has reminded Egyptian customers to pay a 37.5 percent customs duty on imported mobile devices by April 7, 2025. This includes various fees, and failure to comply will result in the suspension of devices from mobile networks. The new rules aim to combat mobile phone smuggling.
The National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) of Egypt has approved an initial price increase for telecommunications services due to rising operating costs faced by mobile companies. The agency is evaluating the best timing to implement the increase while considering consumer interests.
The NTRA of Egypt plans to raise telecom service prices due to increased operational costs linked to rising energy prices. This move responds to mobile operators’ calls for price hikes amidst financial pressures, as they secure 5G licenses aimed at enhancing connectivity and service offerings in the region.