Minister: 5G Not Just Internet Speed but 'Milestone' in Digital Transformation
Amr Talaat, Minister of Communications and Information Technology affirmed that the launch of 5G services in Egypt is a milestone in the digital transformation.
He emphasized that 5G represents more than just an improvement in speed, but rather a qualitative leap in smart services in the fields of health, agriculture, transportation, and industry.
During his official speech, the Minister explained that the state began 2024 by issuing the first 5G license, followed by granting licenses to all mobile companies operating in the Egyptian market, reflecting the state's commitment to expanding digital services.
He pointed out that mobile companies have invested more than $2.7 billion in infrastructure and frequencies since 2019, reflecting the confidence of local and international investors in the Egyptian telecommunications sector.
He also indicated that the government, in cooperation with telecommunications companies, is working to implement massive projects to connect fiber optic cables and cover more than 4,000 villages as part of the "Decent Life" initiative, emphasizing that telecommunications has become a "basic right" for every citizen.
The Minister added that the number of users of the "Digital Egypt" platform has exceeded 8 million citizens, and that half a million young people have been trained in digital skills. He noted that the number of Egyptians working through global freelance platforms has jumped from 50,000 in 2020 to more than half a million in 2024.
Talat concluded by thanking the Prime Minister for his significant support for this initiative, emphasizing that the launch of 5G represents the culmination of long-standing efforts and a fundamental pillar in building a digital Egypt.
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