Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Airtel Chad has launched a US$90 million investment programme to address service quality issues, expand 4G and fibre connectivity, and modernize its network. The initiative, spanning through mid-2026, includes new site deployments, fibre backbones, and infrastructure upgrades, with monthly reports submitted to regulator ARCEP.
Oman’s TRA has introduced strict new rules on telecom pricing and promotions to prevent price wars, protect consumers, and maintain fair competition. Measures include limits on offers, intervention triggers on steep price drops, and stricter oversight of dominant operators, with the framework set for ongoing review.
Egypt’s NTRA will begin disconnecting mobile devices making unregistered promotional calls from 24 August 2025. Offenders face fines and possible imprisonment, while citizens can report nuisance calls through multiple channels. The move follows widespread complaints and aims to better protect user privacy.
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced plans to launch a public evaluation map that will allow subscribers to measure…
UAE’s TDRA launches an interactive system to monitor electromagnetic radiation nationwide, enhancing public transparency and health safety around telecom infrastructure.
Nepal’s NTA warns against illegal international A2P SMS termination, limiting this service to licensed telecom companies. The authority pledges legal action to stop unauthorized providers using licensed networks. Users are cautioned about security and accountability risks of unlicensed services.
PTA partners with Opensignal to monitor telecom network performance and enforces new satellite internet regulations requiring licenses for foreign providers, aiming to enhance connectivity quality and security in Pakistan.
Nigeria’s NCC introduced a licensing framework for international A2P messaging aggregators to regulate traffic, enhance security, and improve service quality. Mobile operators cannot apply, and applicants must meet specific requirements and fees within seven days.
The Thai Senate has appointed five members to the NBTC’s superboard oversight committee, representing broadcast, television, telecommunications, consumer protection, and rights promotion sectors. These appointments follow a rigorous vetting process to enhance NBTC governance and sectoral oversight.
Oman’s TRA has intensified field inspections against illegal wireless networks redistributing internet without licenses, citing risks to network security, service quality, and user data. The authority is enforcing legal actions and equipment removals, urging compliance to protect the telecommunications ecosystem.