THE ANGOLA REPORT - DECEMBER 16, 2021

Angola Readies To Issue First 5G Licences

Angolan telecom sector regulator INACOM may announce this year the granting of the first license to operate with 5G, reports the local daily Expansao.

The distribution of the 3.3-3.7 GHz frequency band for the development of 5G technology was recently approved, according to presidential order 200/21 of 23 November. The frequency is aimed at the terrestrial mobile telephony service to make the electronic communications market more attractive to private investment.

According to information gathered by Expansao, INACOM may announce this year the award of the first license for the use of this new technology, which will bring new opportunities for companies and better services for individuals.

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