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Change in Directorate and Strengthened LoA Provisions – KENYA

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Kenya

31-10-2025

Change in Directorate and Strengthened LoA Provisions

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has appointed Charles Kamau Karondo as its new Director General, effective August 2025. This leadership change underscores the Authority’s commitment to strengthening regulatory oversight, governance, and transparency within Kenya’s telecommunications sector.

Updated Letter of Authorization (LoA) Requirements
To address rising instances of document fraud, the CA has introduced stricter requirements for Letters of Authorization (LoA) submitted as part of type approval applications. The updated rules are intended to enhance document authenticity and improve traceability.

Key Requirements:

LoAs must be issued on the manufacturer’s or client’s official letterhead.

The document must include accurate contact details, including valid phone numbers and email addresses.

The company’s official website must be clearly stated on the LoA.

LoA submissions that do not meet these criteria will be rejected without further processing. Stakeholders with compliant documentation are not required to take additional action at this time.

 

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India Releases DoT Guidelines for Wireless Equipment Authorized under WOL Framework – INDIA

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India

31-10-2025

India Releases DoT Guidelines for Wireless Equipment Authorized under WOL Framework

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) of India has published the Guidelines for Use, Retention, and Disposal of Wireless Equipment under Wireless Operating Licenses (WOL), Experimental, and Demo Licenses on October 15, 2025.

These Guidelines, which are now in effect, establish procedures governing the utilization, storage, and disposal of wireless equipment to ensure compliance with existing licensing conditions and regulatory standards.

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Thailand to Reserve 100 MHz from 4800 MHz Band for Private 5G Deployment – THAILAND

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Thailand

31-10-2025

Thailand to Reserve 100 MHz from 4800 MHz Band for Private 5G Deployment

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) of Thailand has announced plans to release 100 MHz of spectrum within the 4800 MHz band to support the development of 5G private networks.

Under the new framework, factories and enterprises may request spectrum allocation free of charge for non-commercial use, provided it is applied to enhance internal operations. Organizations may also collaborate with equipment vendors or telecom service providers to deploy and manage 5G private network solutions.

Enterprises seeking to operate as Private Network Operators (PNOs) will be required to participate in an auction process to obtain usage rights in the 4.8 GHz band. While telecom operators may also participate as PNOs, licensees are prohibited from offering consumer mobile services or combining this band with existing 2600 MHz holdings, ensuring that the allocation remains dedicated to private network development.

This initiative aims to accelerate Thailand’s industrial digital transformation by fostering innovation and localized 5G applications across manufacturing and enterprise sectors.

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Moldova to Accept EU Conformity Assessment Procedures – MOLDOVA

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Moldova

31-10-2025

Moldova to Accept EU Conformity Assessment Procedures

The Republic of Moldova has announced amendments to Law No. 235/2011 on accreditation and conformity assessment, marking a significant step toward aligning its market regulations with European Union standards.

Under the new provisions, products that are CE-marked and accompanied by an EU Declaration of Conformity will be allowed to enter the Moldovan market without requiring additional national certification. This change effectively recognizes the EU’s conformity assessment procedures, simplifying access for European manufacturers and importers.

The amendments are scheduled to take effect on 28 February 2026, providing businesses ample time to adjust their compliance and distribution processes.

This move is expected to facilitate trade between Moldova and the EU, enhance regulatory alignment, and promote smoother market entry for compliant products.

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The certification of 3G devices was discontinued on October 1, 2025 – EGYPT

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Egypt

31-10-2025

The certification of 3G devices was discontinued on October 1, 2025

The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has announced that, effective October 1, 2025, no type approval or release authorization will be granted for shipments containing 3G mobile communication devices that do not support higher-generation technologies such as 4G or 5G.

This measure forms part of the NTRA’s broader initiative to phase out legacy mobile technologies and promote the adoption of advanced communication networks across Egypt.

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Allocation of multiple frequency pairs in the SHF band: T-0290-2025, T-0329-2025, and T-0509-2025 – EL SALVADOR

El Salvador

31-08-2025

Allocation of multiple frequency pairs in the SHF band: T-0290-2025, T-0329-2025, and T-0509-2025

The telecommunications authority has announced the allocation of several frequency pairs in the Super High Frequency (SHF) band. The newly granted frequency pairs—T-0290-2025, T-0329-2025, and T-0509-2025—are expected to enhance wireless communication capabilities and support the expansion of high-speed data services.

This move reflects the ongoing efforts to optimize spectrum usage and foster innovation in the telecommunications sector, providing improved connectivity for businesses and consumers alike.

The authority encourages all stakeholders to comply with the terms of use associated with these allocations to ensure efficient and interference-free operations.

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Niger Revises Rules on Radio Equipment – Niger

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Niger

31-08-2025

Niger Revises Rules on Radio Equipment

Niger’s Ministry of Communications, Postal Services and Digital Economy has issued Order No. 10/MCP/EN/SG/DL, establishing new conditions for type approval of radio equipment and installer licensing. The Order replaces earlier regulations from 2005 and 2015.

Under the new framework, all terminal and radio equipment imported or manufactured for the Nigerien market must obtain approval, except for devices used solely for audio broadcasting reception and equipment for defense or public security. Approved equipment receives a type approval certificate valid for three years, renewable if requirements are met.

The Order also sets a two-year renewable, non-transferable license for installers, with penalties introduced for selling unapproved equipment or improper installations. The Regulatory Authority will define and update applicable standards annually in line with international norms.

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Wi-Fi 6E Devices Now Permitted in Paraguay – PARAGUAY

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Paraguay

30-08-2025

Wi-Fi 6E Devices Now Permitted in Paraguay

Paraguay’s telecom regulator, CONATEL, has approved technical standard NTC-RF-5925:2025, allowing the operation of low-power indoor (LPI) and very low-power (VLP) short-distance outdoor wireless access systems in the 5.925–6.425 MHz band. The National Frequency Allocation Plan assigns this band primarily to fixed and fixed-satellite services, while low- and very low-power wireless access systems are authorized on a secondary basis.

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Product safety and legal metrology functions have been moved from Singapore’s MTI to the CCCS. – SINGAPORE

Product safety and legal metrology functions have been moved from Singapore’s MTI to the CCCS.

Singapore’s Parliament passed the Competition (Amendment) Bill,  transferring consumer product safety and legal metrology functions from Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) to the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS). The amendments also update the Competition Act 2004, the Enterprise Singapore Board Act 2018, as well as related legislation including the Consumer Protection (Trade Descriptions and Safety Requirements) Act 1975 and the Weights & Measures Act 1975.

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Moldova Aligns with EU: CE-Marked Products No Longer Require Local Certification – MOLDOVA

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Moldova

31-08-2025

Moldova Aligns with EU: CE-Marked Products No Longer Require Local Certification

The Republic of Moldova and the European Union have begun accession negotiations, with Moldova moving to align its legislation with EU standards.

Parliament has approved amendments to Law 235/2011 on accreditation and conformity assessment, allowing results from EU-notified bodies for products bearing the CE marking to be automatically recognized in Moldova. This means products lawfully marketed in EU member states will no longer require additional testing or certification before entering the Moldovan market.

The change applies also to radio equipment assessed under the EU’s RED Directive, regardless of country of origin.

The updated law, already endorsed by the Government and Parliament, will soon be published in the Official Monitor.

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