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Eastern Equatoria Minister Urges Telecom Expansion, Cites Zain Towers

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 20
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What happened

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The caretaker minister of information and telecommunications in Eastern Equatoria State, Akileo Mboya Peter Anyanga, met with telecommunications company representatives in Torit on October 20, 2026. The minister urged operators to expand network coverage to underserved communities and restore inactive towers ahead of anticipated elections. He specifically cited non-functional Zain towers as infrastructure that could be assessed for reconnection and urged Digitel to expand its services beyond Torit, naming Kapoeta as an area needing improved coverage.

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Why it matters

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The state government plans to work with telecommunications companies to map areas requiring new installations and identify existing towers for restoration. The minister stated that stronger telecommunications services would support businesses and improve access to information in the region.

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Who's involved

  • Eastern EquatoriaState where the minister operates and where the connectivity mandate applies
  • DigitelCompany represented by coordinator Isaac Nimeri Oliwa during the meeting
  • ZainCompany whose non-functional towers were cited by the minister

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • DigitelSpeculative

    Digitel could face increased operational costs due to government pressure mandating network expansion and tower restoration.

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