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INACOM and INCM Foster Knowledge Sharing on Process Management – ANGOLA

Angola

09-08-2024

INACOM and INCM Foster Knowledge Sharing on Process Management

Officials from the electronic and postal communications regulatory bodies of Angola and Mozambique engaged in a knowledge-sharing session at the Angolan Communications Institute in Luanda from August 5 to 9. 

The exchange focused on key areas including Financial Management Models, Licensing Processes for Electronic Communications Operators, Numbering Plans, and Portability Implementation. This collaborative effort was part of the ongoing Bilateral Technical Cooperation Protocol between the Angolan Institute of Communications (INACOM) and the National Institute of Communications of Mozambique (INCM). 

The Mozambican delegation included Nelson Solomone, Pedro Chaquisse, Albasino Sitole, Deolinda Vilanculo, and Salvador Talapa.

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Paraguay CONATEL Modifies PNAF – PARAGUAY

Paraguay regulatory authority type approval latest news

Paraguay

25-07-2024

Paraguay CONATEL Modifies PNAF

CONATEL of Paraguay revised the National Frequency Allocation Plan (PNAF) via Resolution Directorio N° 1752/2024, designating the 3300-3700 MHz frequency band for mobile services. The PNAF specifies primary assignments for the 3300-3400 MHz and 3600-3700 MHz bands, with modifications now extending to the entire 3300-3700 MHz band.

ARTCI Issues Warning on Fraudulent Type Approval Cases in Ivory Coast – IVORY COAST

Ivory Coast Telecom Regulatory Authority

Ivory Coast

25-07-2024

ARTCI Issues Warning on Fraudulent Type Approval Cases in Ivory Coast

The regulator used the discovery as an opportunity to alert traders, consumers, and stakeholders about counterfeit type approval certificates. It emphasized that these practices violate equipment approval regulations.

 

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Public auction to grant the 90.5 MHz frequency concession, T-0350-2024 – EL SALVADOR

El Salvador

25-07-2024

Public auction to grant the 90.5 MHz frequency concession, T-0350-2024

PUBLIC AUCTION ANNOUNCEMENT: SIGET Approves Terms of Reference for Auction of 90.5 MHz Frequency

 

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Extension of Deadline for Public Consultation on Modification of UPR Standard – EL SALVADOR

El Salvador

25-07-2024

Extension of Deadline for Public Consultation on Modification of UPR Standard

The General Superintendency of Electricity and Telecommunications (SIGET) has announced the public availability of a regulatory proposal to modify the Standard for Electric Power Producing End-Users with Renewable Resources. This proposal includes a summary of the Regulatory Impact Assessment prepared by SIGET’s Electricity Management. Initially scheduled for comments between May 27 and June 24, 2024, the consultation period has been extended to July 22, 2024, following Agreement No. 256-E-2024. 

Interested parties can submit their comments in writing at SIGET’s offices in San Salvador or electronically to consulta.normaupr@siget.gob.sv, ensuring submissions include both printed and digital formats as specified in the consultation document.

ECTEL Plans to Conduct its 98th Board of Directors Meeting Online – DOMINICA

Dominica

25-07-2024

ECTEL Plans to Conduct its 98th Board of Directors Meeting Online

ECTEL will convene its 98th Board of Directors meeting virtually on June 25th to address various key topics. Discussions will include updates on strategic plans, consultations, and an engagement survey for staff.

Additionally, reports will cover the procurement of specialized vehicles for NTRCs, and progress on the Electronic Communications Bill, recently passed in Grenada. Chaired by Mr. Philip Dalsou of Saint Lucia, the meeting aims to advance ECTEL’s mission to enhance market conditions and protect consumers in the electronic communications sector across its Contracting States

 

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ARN-TIC PARTICIPATED IN THE 14TH CPLP COMMUNICATIONS FORUM AND IN THE 16TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE CPLP ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNICATIONS AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS REGULATORS, IN PORTO, PORTUGAL – Guinea Bissau

Guinea Bissau

25-July-2024

ARN-TIC PARTICIPATED IN THE 14TH CPLP COMMUNICATIONS FORUM AND IN THE 16TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE CPLP ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNICATIONS AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS REGULATORS, IN PORTO, PORTUGAL

ANACOM of Portugal, in collaboration with ARCTEL of the Community of Portuguese Speaking Countries (CPLP), organized the 14th CPLP Communications Forum and the 16th General Assembly in Porto. The forum on June 26 hosted key figures including the Executive Secretary of CPLP and a UN Special Advisor. From June 27 to 28, the ARCTEL-CPLP GA covered the 2023 activity report, 2024 budget, and regulatory measures. 

ARN-TIC, represented by Administrator Dr. Frank Ivan Barbosa Andrade de Oliveira, assumed a two-year membership, will host the next GA in Guinea-Bissau in 2025, and will lead as President in 2026 during the Cape Verde GA.

 

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ICASA TO REOPEN THE PROCESS TO LICENSE COMMUNITY SOUND BROADCASTERS – SOUTH AFRICA

Type Approval Regulatory news- South Africa

South Africa

11-07-2024

ICASA TO REOPEN THE PROCESS TO LICENSE COMMUNITY SOUND BROADCASTERS

The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) announced the reopening of applications for community sound broadcasting services in December 2024. 

This includes Community Sound Broadcasting Service licences and associated Radio Frequency Spectrum licences. Following the previous successful licensing round in 2022/2023, where five applicants were awarded licences, ICASA will initiate the new process with an Invitation to Pre-Register. To guide prospective applicants, ICASA will conduct a virtual workshop on 18 July 2024, aiming to clarify application requirements. 

The Chairperson of ICASA’s Licensing of Community Radio Broadcasters Council Committee encourages communities to participate, emphasizing the importance of understanding the Community Broadcasting Services Regulations beforehand.

 

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The Kingdom’s Communications and Space Technology Commission Engages in Global Regulators Symposium ‘GSR24 – Saudi Arabia

Saudi Wireless Regulatory Services

Saudi

01-07-2024

The Kingdom's Communications and Space Technology Commission Engages in Global Regulators Symposium 'GSR24

The Kingdom’s delegation, led by His Excellency Eng. Omar Al-Rajraji, participated in the Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR24).This annual event, organized by the Telecommunication Development Bureau of the International Telecommunication Union, convened heads of national telecommunications regulatory bodies worldwide.

Discussions included high-level dialogues on reimagining regulation for positive social and economic impacts, fostering international collaboration, and sharing expertise among over 70 countries and industry leaders.

MTC will call for tenders for the preparation of the pre-investment study for the Huancavelica airport in August -PERU

Peru regulatory authority latest news

Peru

13-07-2024

MTC will call for tenders for the preparation of the pre-investment study for the Huancavelica airport in August

Huancavelica is set to receive its first airport following an announcement by the Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC) on July 13, 2024. 

Minister Raúl Pérez Reyes disclosed plans to initiate the pre-investment study process, with the tender announcement scheduled for August. This development was shared during a meeting attended by local authorities including regional governor Leoncio Huayllani, various mayors, and Congressman Wilson Soto. 

The MTC also discussed the upcoming modernization of the Huancayo – Huancavelica train, slated for award in September, alongside improvements to regional road infrastructure.

 

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