India’s DoT queries operator applications for cable landings
India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has cautioned several operators for applying for authorisation to land submarine cable systems in which they hold no stakes.
Zimbabwe blames energy crisis for poor network quality
Zimbabwe’s telecoms regulator stated prolonged power blackouts are causing multiple network issues in the country.
Niger scraps tax on incoming international calls - again
Niger’s government will abolish the tax on incoming international traffic (Taxe sur la Terminaison du Trafic International Entrant, TATTIE), according to reports in Agence Nigerienne de Presse.
Argentina to roll out biometrics rule for SIM transfers
Argentina’s telecoms regulator will roll out a new rule demanding operators register customer biometrics when switching to new SIM cards, a move to boost security for subscribers and curb SIM hijacking.
Tanzania grants mobile users two more weeks to verify SIM cards
The Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) has pushed back its original SIM verification deadline from 31st January to 13th February 2023.
