Mozambique has overhauled its telecommunications licensing framework with Decree No. 36/2026, replacing the 2017 regime. The new regulation introduces a unified, class-based licensing system, faster approval timelines, updated spectrum leasing and sharing rules, and dedicated provisions for satellite and broadcasting services. This article breaks down the key changes, what they mean for manufacturers and operators, certification impacts, and the compliance timeline businesses

Madagascar's telecom regulator ARTEC is now strictly enforcing mandatory sample submission for type approval, under the long-standing Decree No. 2014-1650. This ARTEC Madagascar type approval update means manufacturers can no longer rely on technical compliance files alone — a physical product sample is required for testing. Here's what changed, what it means for manufacturers, and the timeline and steps to stay compliant.

Bolivia has begun its Digital Terrestrial Television transition under the ATT's national DTT implementation plan. As of May 30, 2026, La Paz, Cochabamba, and Santa Cruz entered a 90-day technical transition period before the analog switch-off. All DTT receiving devices sold in Bolivia must comply with the ISDB-T standard and hold ATT certification. Here's what manufacturers, importers, and distributors need to know, including the certification timeline and required actions.

Côte d'Ivoire's telecom regulator ARTCI has opened a public consultation on establishing a regulatory framework for VoLTE and VoWi-Fi services. Running from August 10 to September 11, 2026, the consultation invites operators, equipment vendors, and stakeholders to submit feedback that will shape the country's rules for these next-generation voice technologies, with direct implications for device certification, network compliance, and market entry timelines.