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See - Sada Elbalad
2 days ago
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
PM Attends Official Launch of 5G Mobile Services in Egypt
Taarek Refaat Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly attended the celebration held by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology to mark the official launch of 5G mobile services in Egypt. The ceremony was held at the foot of the Pyramids in Giza Governorate, in the presence of several ministers, the Governor of Giza, and several former ministers of communications and information technology. The ceremony was attended by Mohamed Shamroukh, Executive Chairman of the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA); Mohamed Nasr El-Din, Managing Director and CEO of Telecom Egypt; Mohamed Kamal Abdallah, CEO and Managing Director of Vodafone Egypt; Yasser Shaker, CEO of Orange Egypt; and Hazem Metwally, CEO of E& Misr. read more CBE: Deposits in Local Currency Hit EGP 5.25 Trillion Morocco Plans to Spend $1 Billion to Mitigate Drought Effect Gov't Approves Final Version of State Ownership Policy Document Egypt's Economy Expected to Grow 5% by the end of 2022/23- Minister Qatar Agrees to Supply Germany with LNG for 15 Years Business Oil Prices Descend amid Anticipation of Additional US Strategic Petroleum Reserves Business Suez Canal Records $704 Million, Historically Highest Monthly Revenue Business Egypt's Stock Exchange Earns EGP 4.9 Billion on Tuesday Business Wheat delivery season commences on April 15 News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream
Mid East Info
3 days ago
- Business
- Mid East Info
Ookla collaborates with National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) to organise the Telecommunications Regulatory Summit – Middle East & Africa, to discuss strategies for measuring and optimizing network performance During the event, participants shared insights on diverse topics, ranging from network assessment techniques to emerging technologies and their impact on regulations, and the importance of data-driven insights
CAIRO, Egypt, June, 2025- Ookla® ( a global leader in connectivity intelligence, and the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) organised the Telecommunications Regulatory Summit – Middle East & Africa in Cairo, Egypt, under the theme 'Harnessing Data and Technology for Superior QoS: Strategies for Measuring and Optimising Network Performance'. The event aimed to discuss strategies for collecting, using and sharing crowdsourced data to promote transparency, track policy impacts, and make informed investment decisions. The summit convened regulators from the Middle East and Africa, along with representatives from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the World Broadband Association (WBBA) and various industry experts. During the event, participants shared insights on diverse topics, ranging from network assessment techniques to emerging technologies and their impact on regulations, and the importance of data-driven insights. Furthermore, the regulatory summit highlighted the increasing role of crowdsourced data in telecom regulations and ways in which regulators can leverage it to identify service gaps, promote digital inclusion, drive innovation and accelerate market growth. By complementing traditional data sources, crowdsourced data enables more adaptive and competitive regulatory frameworks. During the event, discussions emphasised the vital role of high-speed internet connectivity in driving socio-economic development across the MEA region. According to studies, improvements in broadband speeds can contribute to GDP growth and improved labour productivity. In the region, investments in fixed broadband infrastructure, especially for the expansion of fibre-optic networks, are vital for improving service quality, bridging the digital divide, and attracting foreign investments. Participants also highlighted the need for comprehensive network assessments and extended regulatory oversight, especially for emerging services and indoor connectivity. Karim Yaici, Lead Industry Analyst for the Middle East and Africa at Ookla, said: 'We are delighted to organise the Telecommunications Regulatory Summit – Middle East & Africa in collaboration with NTRA in Cairo. The event highlighted the importance of data in helping regulators make smarter decisions. Access to and the use of crowdsourced data contribute to making more informed decisions, fostering transparency and ensuring that citizens in the MEA region benefit from high-quality, accessible and affordable connectivity.' Dr. Hossam Abdel-Mawla, Vice-President Technical Affairs and Quality of Service at NTRA, said: 'The Telecommunications Regulatory Summit – Middle East & Africa served as an ideal platform to foster collaborations and knowledge exchange among regulators, industry leaders and international organisations. By actively sharing best practices and exploring innovative data-driven strategies, we are shaping a future where telecom regulations ensure digital inclusion and economic growth across the region.' During the summit, Ahmed Nabawy, Director of Client Services at Ookla, also shared initial findings on 5G coverage and performance in Egypt and Tunisia. He highlighted the potential of Ookla's data in helping prioritise high-impact rollout areas by analysing 5G-capable device density. Furthermore, Ookla showcased its product portfolio strategy, which is centred on a unified data platform that transcends traditional quality of service (QoS) measurements to deliver deeper insights into network performance and user experiences. This solution leverages AI to generate actionable recommendations, empowering operators to make smarter decisions and enhance connected experiences. During the event, the sessions emphasised the need to move beyond traditional network metrics and incorporate quality of experience (QoE) metrics and address the complexities of modern digital services, including critical in-building connectivity. By leveraging advanced data collection and analysis tools, regulators can enhance transparency, improve accountability, and make smarter decisions. ABOUT OOKLA®: Ookla, a global leader in connectivity intelligence, brings together the trusted expertise of Speedtest®, Downdetector®, Ekahau®, and RootMetrics® to deliver unmatched network and connectivity insights. By combining multi-source data with industry-leading expertise, we transform network performance metrics into strategic, actionable insights. Our solutions empower service providers, enterprises, and governments with the critical data and insights needed to optimize networks, enhance digital experiences, and help close the digital divide. At the same time, we amplify the real-world experiences of individuals and businesses that rely on connectivity to work, learn, and communicate. From measuring and analyzing connectivity to driving industry innovation, Ookla helps the world stay connected. Ookla is a division of Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD), a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, entertainment, shopping, health, cybersecurity, and martech.
See - Sada Elbalad
23-03-2025
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Egypt's Telecom Authority Sets Deadline for Customs Duties on Imported Phones
Taarek Refaat The National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) warned customers in a post on its official Facebook page that they must pay the 37.5% customs duty on imported phone devices before April 7th. The NTRA stated that the phones will be permanently suspended until the fees due to the Egyptian state are paid after this date. Deputy Minister of Finance Sherif El-Kelany had previously confirmed in press statements that 95% of the phones in the Egyptian market are smuggled, resulting in a loss of $1.2 billion in taxes for the country's treasury. read more CBE: Deposits in Local Currency Hit EGP 5.25 Trillion Morocco Plans to Spend $1 Billion to Mitigate Drought Effect Gov't Approves Final Version of State Ownership Policy Document Egypt's Economy Expected to Grow 5% by the end of 2022/23- Minister Qatar Agrees to Supply Germany with LNG for 15 Years Business Oil Prices Descend amid Anticipation of Additional US Strategic Petroleum Reserves Business Suez Canal Records $704 Million, Historically Highest Monthly Revenue Business Egypt's Stock Exchange Earns EGP 4.9 Billion on Tuesday Business Wheat delivery season commences on April 15 News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) News Ireland Replaces Former Israeli Embassy with Palestinian Museum News Israeli PM Diagnosed with Stage 3 Prostate Cancer Lifestyle Maguy Farah Reveals 2025 Expectations for Pisces News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
Al-Ahram Weekly
19-03-2025
- Business
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Mobile phone users in Egypt saw improved services in Q4 of 2024: NTRA - Society
Mobile phone users in Egypt saw improved voice, internet, and data transmission services in the final quarter of 2024, according to an official assessment by the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA). The NTRA, part of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), assessed 139,000 kilometres of cities and villages, using specialized equipment to test voice calls and data services. Voice service evaluations have been enhanced to include Voice over LTE (VoLTE) technology, improving call quality. According to the MCIT, Egypt's active mobile subscriptions reached 84.2 million in December 2024, up from 83.8 million a year earlier. The NTRA report's findings, based on key performance indicators (KPIs), indicate notable improvements in service quality across 114 areas. Operator performance overview Vodafone reported improvements in service quality, with areas of poor voice service decreasing from six to two, and areas with poor data transmission dropping from six to four between October and December 2024. The company's average download speed also rose from 50 Mbps to 52 Mbps during the same period. Orange, however, saw an increase in areas with poor voice service, which rose from four in October to eight in December. While its data transmission quality remained stable, with no areas reporting poor performance, the company's average download speed improved slightly from 46 Mbps to 48 Mbps. E& reported gains in both voice and data quality, with poor voice service areas decreasing from 11 to seven, and poor data transmission areas dropping from four to three. The company's average download speed rose from 55 Mbps to 57 Mbps. WE maintained stable data transmission quality, with just one area reporting poor performance in October and December 2024. Further, its average download speed declined from 88 Mbps to 83 Mbps. On the voice service front, poor-quality areas dropped from five to two over the same period. Fastest fixed internet in Africa In a significant milestone, Egypt was awarded the 2024 Speedtest Award for Africa's fastest fixed internet by Ookla, the global leader in network intelligence and connectivity insights. As part of its digital infrastructure expansion, Egypt is replacing copper cables with fibre optic networks, aiming to deliver high-speed internet to 60 million citizens across 4,500 villages. This initiative is a key component of the Digital Egypt Strategy, which seeks to enhance connectivity and build a robust digital economy. Minister of Communications and Information Technology Amr Talaat highlighted Egypt's $3.5 billion investment in digital infrastructure, which has helped increase the country's average fixed broadband speed from 5.4 Mbps in December 2017 to 80.3 Mbps in January 2025. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Egypt Today
29-01-2025
- Business
- Egypt Today
NTRA to block activation of non-compliant mobile devices starting February
Cairo – January 29, 2025: Starting February 1, 2025, the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) will introduce technical measures aimed at blocking the activation of mobile phones that do not comply with internationally recognized standards, particularly those established by the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA). This initiative is part of the NTRA's ongoing efforts to enhance the telecom market in response to concerns about the detrimental effects of non-compliant devices on service quality and public health. The NTRA stressed that devices that fail to meet international specifications directly affect the quality of services provided to users, and could also pose potential health risks. The authority urged consumers to check whether new phones meet the required standards before making a purchase by verifying the device's 15-digit International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number using the "Telephony" app. This follows the recent implementation of new customs duties on imported mobile phones, which went live in January. Citizens were also advised to ensure they receive a tax invoice when purchasing any new mobile device and to report any violations through the authority's official channels, such as the My NTRA app, the hotline 155, or through customer service centers of mobile network providers. The NTRA has warned traders and distributors against selling non-compliant devices, stating that legal action will be taken against those who violate the regulations in coordination with the Consumer Protection Authority. The NTRA also reminded the public that Egypt's Telecommunications Regulation Law No. 10 of 2003 prohibits the import, manufacturing, marketing, or sale of any telecommunications equipment without an official license from the authority.
