Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
PTA has mandated telecom operators to bid on the 2600 MHz and 3500 MHz bands in Pakistan’s upcoming 5G auction to ensure a practical nationwide rollout. The regulator will conduct a mock auction before bidding, with a USD 15 million bank guarantee required per operator.
Bangladesh’s government has directed the allocation of 700 MHz spectrum to state-owned Teletalk despite significant outstanding dues, raising regulatory concerns while potentially strengthening rural coverage and future 4G and 5G expansion through access to low-band spectrum.
Egypt has introduced a new telecom spectrum strategy backed by a $3.5 billion frequency deal, expanding capacity and strengthening 5G readiness. The initiative aims to improve service quality, support digital transformation, and position Egypt as a regional communications hub while meeting rising demand for data and advanced digital services.
Vodafone Egypt has acquired additional spectrum in the 1,800MHz band and renewed its 2,600MHz holdings to boost 4G capacity, improve network performance, and support rising demand for mobile data and digital services across Egypt’s growing telecom market.
Pakistan’s telecom regulator has mandated minimum first-round bids in its upcoming 5G auction to ensure serious participation from incumbent operators as the country prepares for next-generation spectrum allocation.
Vodafone Egypt plans to participate in Egypt’s 2026–2032 digital infrastructure programme, securing new spectrum to expand network capacity and support rising data demand as the country advances its long-term connectivity and digital growth strategy.
Egypt has secured a $3.5 billion spectrum agreement with its four mobile operators, doubling available frequencies to support next-generation networks, improved connectivity, and the country’s broader digital transformation strategy.
Egypt has completed a record $3.5 billion spectrum allocation, expanding mobile network capacity to support 5G readiness, digital services growth, and long-term telecommunications sector development as part of its national digital transformation agenda.
Pakistan will hold its 5G spectrum auction on March 10 to ease network congestion caused by limited spectrum. With 130 million broadband users operating on 274 MHz, the move aims to improve Internet speeds and support the country’s expanding digital economy and rising IT exports.
Qatar’s Communications Regulatory Authority presented three technical working papers at the GCC Telecom Bureau meeting, addressing 6 GHz spectrum use, mobile device applications, and interference in positioning systems, reinforcing regional coordination on wireless policy and highlighting Qatar’s role in shaping future-ready telecom frameworks.