Egypt Daily News – Dr. said Amr, the Minister of Communications and Information Technology, stated that the total value of 5G licenses for mobile companies operating in Egypt (Vodafone Egypt, Orange, and Etisalat Egypt), in addition to the Egyptian Telecommunications Company “WE,” which was signed in January, amounted to 675 million dollars.
He added in a press conference today held at the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority that agreements were signed today with Vodafone, “E& Egypt,” and Orange under the same terms that were signed with the Egyptian Telecommunications Company “WE,” which was signed in January 2024.
The minister confirmed the sector’s commitment to providing all technological capabilities to all citizens, pointing out that the launch of the fifth generation represents a qualitative leap in Egypt to support all services and all elements of voice services and various sectors such as smart cities, logistics, agriculture, and medical sectors—all sectors that benefit citizens.
The Minister of Communications indicated that signing the second batch of 5G licenses for mobile companies marks the entry of 5G services in Egypt, adding that 5G includes many medical and agricultural services that contribute to achieving Egypt’s Vision 2030 for sustainable development.
Fifth-generation technology, abbreviated as 5G, is the fifth generation of wireless mobile networks. The first four generations introduced a new level of connectivity, with the third and fourth generations focusing on improving mobile data. The fifth-generation technology aims to continue this trend and expand the use of mobile broadband.
The availability of fifth-generation technologies is expected to have a tangible impact on achieving digital transformation, given their role in various sectors, which will positively reflect on the national economy and Egypt’s ranking in international indicators in the telecommunications and information technology sector.
The fifth-generation technology works alongside the fourth-generation technology to eventually replace it completely. The fifth generation operates by transmitting tons of data over shorter distances than the fourth-generation LTE networks, which helps with the speed and consistency of communication signals and the network itself—even while in motion. It is also capable of supporting more devices due to the use of new signal spectrums, and this energy-efficient technology allows for lower energy consumption.
The fifth generation of broadband mobile networks achieves numerous benefits, the most notable of which is the large-scale upgrade of the Internet of Things, leading to increased technology-driven growth for both industry and consumers.
