Telekommunikation

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has clarified that traders with stocks of low-cost phones and other charging devices can sell them, but new imports must use USB Type-C. The statement follows public uproar this week. CA denied claims that the rules target low-end phones.

19. marts 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Kenya's High Court has ruled that registered mobile phone numbers constitute personal data protected by the constitution and cannot be deactivated or reassigned without the owner's consent. The decision by Justice Lawrence Mugambi follows a petition filed in June 2024 seeking to halt telcos from recycling numbers amid rising scams.

Millicom International Cellular reported robust 2025 performance with margin expansion and strong free cash flow, according to an analyst review. However, rising leverage and integration risks into 2026 prompt a cautious outlook. The analyst raised the fair value estimate but maintained a hold recommendation due to limited upside.

4. marts 2026 Rapporteret af AI

South African telecom giant MTN is grappling with intensified challenges in Iran due to US sanctions and recent missile strikes that killed key leaders. Its 49% stake in Irancell has become a frozen asset, preventing fund repatriation since 2018. The deaths of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh have further disrupted operations.

The United States has warned Syria against relying on Chinese telecommunications technology, arguing it conflicts with US interests and threatens national security, according to three sources familiar with the matter. Washington urged Damascus, which is considering buying Chinese telecoms technology, to procure from the US or allied states. Syrian officials noted that infrastructure development projects are time-critical and they seek greater vendor diversity.

23. februar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

At the Q1 2026 edition of The Blue Print by Globe on February 19, 2026, the company unveiled its ambitious plan to position connectivity as a fundamental utility for every Filipino. The vision emphasizes reliability, accessibility, and integration of satellite and AI technologies. The goal is to provide dependable connections, especially during disasters.