SIM cards

Nigeria promotes domestic telecom infrastructure production

Central Bank Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, has recommended mobile operators to start producing SIM cards, cables, and towers locally.
Lezeth Khoza
1:00
May 13, 2024

MTN Rwanda launches biodegradable SIM cards

The telco says this initiative marks a significant to protect the planet and promote sustainable business practices.
1:30
Mar 31, 2016

Ghana's latest tech law seeks to overhaul telecoms interconnectivity

Newly promulgated Electronic Communications Bill aimed at combating SIM box fraud, and creating a more streamlined and rational telecoms space.
1:50
Jan 4, 2016

Zambia ICT authority orders SIM card ultimatum

Mobile operators given two months to address discrepancies with SIM card registration or face permanent disconnection.
1:30
Jul 7, 2015

Zambian regulator raids MTN, Airtel offices

Pre-registered SIM cards confiscated by authorities.
1:20
Nov 28, 2013

New measures to regulate Kenya's SIM card sales

Non-compliance with the new rules could lead to a fine of Sh300,000 or imprisonment.
1:50
Aug 28, 2013

Register SIMs or face disconnection, Zimbabwe’s Telecel warns

Southern African country’s telecoms watchdog has set 31 August as a registration deadline.
3:10
Aug 7, 2013

Specially designed SIM cards help protect free-speech

Innovation from Uganda called Abayima helps people communicate without interception.
1:30
Jul 3, 2013

Task team to tackle Ghana SIM card crime

West African nation says it has lost $19 million to illegal operations in the country.
1:20
Jun 28, 2013

'No deadline extension for Nigeria’s SIM card registrations'

Despite problems, Nigeria’s communications watchdog sticks to its cut-off date.
1:10
Jun 18, 2013

MTN Nigeria enforces SIM swap rule

Officials at the mobile operator say subscribers must appear in person to replace their cards.
1:20
Jun 13, 2013

Orange inks deal with SA’s Nashua Mobile

Travellers to and from SA will be able to buy Orange Sim cards for France and Botswana.