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Congo and Angola discuss spectrum and interference in border areas

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August 12, 2025
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The communications regulators of the Republic of Congo and the Republic of Angola have reportedly taken what is called a decisive step in bilateral cooperation in the management of radio frequency spectrum to reduce interference problems along the comm…

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Chilean regulator launches online portal to boost connectivity

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August 12, 2025
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Chilean telecoms regulator Subtel has launched an online platform that aggregates mobile and broadband providers, aiming to make it easier for citizens to get connected and advance the country’s goal of closing the digital divide.

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Armenia denies reports of Viva stake sale

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August 8, 2025
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The Armenian government has dismissed media claims that it authorised the sale of its 20% stake in Viva.

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Kyrgyzstan government takes over internet access

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July 31, 2025
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Kyrgyzstan has decided to nationalise access to international internet traffic for a year. A presidential decree earlier this week said the government was “establishing a temporary 100% state monopoly on the supply and provision of international intern…

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Morocco awards 5G licences to Maroc Telecom, Inwi and Orange

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July 29, 2025
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Morocco’s telecommunications regulator, the ANRT, has awarded 5G licences to the country’s three main operators – Maroc Telecom, Inwi, and Orange Morocco – raising MAD2.1 billion (US$210 million) for state coffers and marking a major step forward in th…

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NBTC wants AIS, True to provide roadmap for 2G/3G shutdown

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July 29, 2025
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Thailand’s telecoms regulator has reportedly instructed Advanced Info Service (AIS) and True Corp to submit detailed plans to shut down their 2G and 3G networks by the third quarter of 2026, ostensibly as part of an anti-fraud strategy.

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Sudan’s blocking of WhatsApp calls goes into effect

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July 28, 2025
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The Sudanese authorities’ decision to block voice and video calls on WhatsApp for an unspecified period came into effect on Friday 25 July. It seems that text messaging and group chats remain unaffected.

Ofcom targets scam calls faking UK mobile numbers

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July 21, 2025
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We’re all facing a barrage of scam calls, and now UK telecoms regulator Ofcom is stepping up the fight against them. If you’ve ever hesitated to answer a call from an unknown UK mobile number, you’re not alone. Ofcom’s new plan targets one of the most …

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GSMA, Asian Development Bank forge partnership to boost connectivity in APAC

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July 17, 2025
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The GSMA and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a strategic agreement aimed at accelerating digital transformation and expanding mobile connectivity across the Asia Pacific region.

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Morocco’s ANRT opens bidding for 5G licences

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July 16, 2025
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Morocco’s National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT) has officially invited telcos to submit tenders for 5G licences that will enable them to launch commercial services by November.