CRAN announces phase-out of WiMAX technology in Namibia
26 March 2025
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has taken a significant step in the evolution of the country’s telecommunications infrastructure by announcing the termination of Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX) technology.
CRAN has revoked the spectrum licenses previously granted to Telecom Namibia Limited, impacting frequencies in the 3405-3227 MHz and 3505-3547 MHz bands.
Find out more EMOSIM and Tata Communications launch Nigeria's first travel eSIM
25 March 2025
EMOSIM, a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) supported by EMO MEDIA, has introduced Nigeria's first travel electronic SIM (e-SIM) in collaboration with Tata Communications Services. Set to go live in the second quarter of 2025, it is specifically designed for outbound Nigerian travellers.
The new e-SIM will allow users to enjoy seamless connectivity without the burden of roaming charges, as they will only need to pay for competitively priced data packages. The coverage footprint will include popular travel destinations frequented by Nigerians, such as the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.
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Surge in mobile identity API revenue projected to reach $22 billion by 2029
25 March 2025
A recent study by Juniper Research forecasts that global revenue from mobile identity application programming interfaces (APIs) will soar to US$22 billion by 2029, a remarkable increase from the US$2.4 billion anticipated in 2025. This growth is expected to be driven by the rising adoption of network APIs that authenticate users directly through operator networks, moving away from traditional SMS-based methods.
Mobile identity services leverage a subscriber's phone number to verify identities across various sectors, including banking, healthcare, and online retail. The report identifies a new generation of 'verification APIs' that are set to transform conventional mobile identity solutions, such as one-time passwords (OTPs), in the coming four years.
Find out more Namibian Competition Commission investigates Telecom Namibia, MTC, and NamPower over dark fibre agreement
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25 March 2025
The Namibian Competition Commission (NaCC) has launched a critical investigation into a dark fibre infrastructure agreement involving Telecom Namibia, MTC, and Namibia Power Corporation (NamPower), citing concerns that the arrangement has hindered competition among industry players.
This decision follows a comprehensive inquiry prompted by the completion of the agreement, which was originally signed on 1 June 2012.
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