The Angolan government’s moves to finally open up its telecoms sector to international capital are overdue, and much welcome. But we say the licensing of a fourth mobile operator and the privatization of Angola Telecoms are structured as though they were can’t miss opportunities. They are not.
South Africa’s Proposed ICT Law: Full of Pitfalls, with Upside
South Africa’s proposed ICT Bill, if enacted, would be arguably the most pivotal piece of legislation to come to the market since 2005. We say the Bill is a well-meaning attempt to right the market’s wrongs; nonetheless, using 4G spectrum as the primary lever to execute a complicated re-engineering of the industry’s structure is bound to be messy.
Why Sanctions Against African Telcos are Skyrocketing – and Why it Matters 🔒
The number of fine procedures against African telecoms operators has tripled over the past two years. The fines are getting more diverse and costlier. This is a game that works for governments and (at some level) operators. The main loser? The African consumer, who, somewhat perversely, keeps cheering them on.
The African Impact of the Net Neutrality Debate
The tortuous issues around net neutrality are playing out in the African context as well, with a distinctly local flavor. Should African regulators follow suit on the US FCC’s repeal of Internet neutrality rules, the impact on the local tech ecosystem would be considerable. Fortunately, we say, what India does matters more.
The Complicated Dynamics of Nigeria’s 2.6 GHz Auction
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Valuing Africa’s 4G Spectrum – High, Higher and Highest
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MTN Nigeria’s $5.2bn Fine: An Impact Analysis
On October 20, Nigeria’s telecoms regulator, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) fined mobile operator MTN $5.2bn for failure to disconnect inactive SIM cards. We say the NCC’s case is strong; the amount is preposterous, but this is about respect – and the impact of the fine will be far-reaching.