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The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia, in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the GSMA, has officially launched the National Multi-Stakeholder Meeting on the Implementation of the National Emergency Telecommunications Plan (NETP). The meeting, inaugurated by the Minister of Communications, H.E. Maxamed Adam, was attended by officials from the National Communications Authority, […]

Nairobi, Kenya – September 10, 2024 – The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia, in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), successfully hosted a workshop focused on introducing new regulations for submarine cable landings and fostering sector competition. The workshop, which spans two days, brings together key stakeholders from Somalia’s telecommunications sector, including telecom […]

(Mogadishu, August 31, 2024) — A high-level delegation from the East African Communications Organization (EACO), led by Executive Secretary Dr. Ally Yahaya Simba, concluded a successful two-day visit to Somalia, marking a significant step in strengthening regional cooperation in the field of communications. The delegation visited the National Communications Authority (NCA) and the Ministry of […]

Mogadishu, Somalia, 17 August 2024 – The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia, in collaboration with the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (UN-ESCWA), successfully conducted a virtual workshop titled “ICT Price Basket Indicators: Best Practices, Benchmarking, and Guidelines.” This workshop brought together a diverse range of stakeholders from Somalia’s Telecommunications and […]

Mogadishu, August 14, 2024 — The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia proudly announces the launch of its Regulatory Transformational Plan, an ambitious initiative aimed at modernizing the country’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector. This plan is designed to elevate Somalia’s regulatory framework to a fourth-generation (G4) standard, in line with international best practices. […]

(Mogadishu, August 11, 2024) — The National Communications Authority (NCA) celebrated a historic milestone after receiving three international ISO certifications from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). The ISO certifications received by the National Communications Authority are: ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System (QMS) ISO 27001:2022 – Information Security Management System (ISMS) ISO 27701:2019 – […]

The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia, in collaboration with the National Telecommunication and Technology Institute (NTTI), recently hosted the eighth annual celebration of Girls in ICT Day. This event, which took place on April 25, 2024, is a significant milestone in the empowerment and education of women in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). This […]

Mogadishu, Somalia  – Hormuud Telecom has launched its 5G network, marking a new era of connectivity for the nation. The inaugural ceremony, held on Thursday, was honored by the presence of Dr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamoud, the President of Somalia, who commended Hormuud Telecom for its crucial role in enhancing the country’s telecommunications framework. This significant […]

(Dubai, November 20, 2023) – Somalia’s Minister of Communication and Technology, H.E. Jama Khalif, along with the General Manager of the National Communications Authority (NCA), Mr Mustafa Yasin Sheikh, his deputy, Mr. Ahmed Salad, and Advisors, are participating in the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-23), which opened today in Dubai. The conference, organized by the International […]