Egypt is ready to launch 5G cell providers on Wednesday, 4 June, marking a serious step within the nation’s digital transformation efforts.
The Nationwide Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) introduced that 4 main operators, Vodafone Egypt, Orange Egypt, e& Egypt, and Telecom Egypt, will start providing 5G providers following a mixed funding of USD 2.7 billion in spectrum and licenses from 2019.
The official launch occasion will happen close to the Pyramids, with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and a number of other cupboard members anticipated to attend.
The introduction of 5G is anticipated to reinforce high-speed connectivity, assist the event of sensible cities, and allow developments in sectors corresponding to healthcare and infrastructure.
It should additionally permit for the simultaneous operation of a lot of linked units, a key part of rising applied sciences and Web of Issues (IoT) ecosystems.
Minister of Communications and Data Expertise Amr Talaat beforehand said that the transfer to 5G will considerably enhance Egypt’s digital economic system and strengthen its place in international ICT rankings.
Earlier in October 2024, Egypt awarded its remaining spherical of 5G licenses to telecom operators, together with a USD 675 million deal for Vodafone, Orange, and e& Egypt — following an identical settlement with Telecom Egypt earlier that 12 months.
