(Juba, South Sudan – June 14, 2025) The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia participated in the 1st Advisory Council and the 30th Annual Assemblies of the East African Communications Organization (EACO), held in Juba, South Sudan. The event, hosted by the National Communications Authority of South Sudan, officially began on June 9, 2025, and […]
(Mogadishu – June 12, 2025) The Cabinet of the Federal Government of Somalia has today officially endorsed the Submarine Cable Regulations, marking a significant milestone in the country’s digital transformation journey. These regulations, developed by the National Communications Authority (NCA), will govern all licensees operating submarine cable landing stations and submarine cables within the Federal […]
Mogadishu, Somalia – 17 May 2025 – The National Communications Authority (NCA) hosted a full-day training and adoption event in Mogadishu to mark Universal Acceptance (UA) Day 2025 under the theme “Empowering Digital Inclusion.” The event brought together government officials, development partners, academia, telecom operators, internet service providers, technology companies, and civil society to explore […]
Cyberjaya, Malaysia – 7 May 2025 — The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia has signed two separate Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and CyberSecurity Malaysia, aimed at enhancing collaboration in digital regulation, technical cooperation, and cybersecurity. The first MOU, signed with MCMC, focuses on fostering cooperation in […]
Mogadishu, Somalia – 29 April 2025 – The National Communications Authority (NCA), in collaboration with the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SODMA) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), organized a two-day national multistakeholder workshop on the Policy and Regulatory Framework of Emergency Telecommunications and Cell Broadcast Early Warning Systems (CB-EWS) for Somalia under the Emergency Warning […]
Mogadishu, Somalia – 24 April 2025 – The National Communications Authority (NCA), in partnership with the National Telecommunications and Technology Institute (NTTI) and SIMAD iLab, hosted the Girls in ICT Day 2025 Conference in Mogadishu, celebrating the global initiative under the theme “Girls in ICT for Inclusive Digital Transformation.” The event brought together government officials, […]
April 15, 2025 – The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia has convened a high-level consultation meeting to review and gather feedback on the draft Submarine Cable Landing Regulation. The event brought together key stakeholders from the Somali telecommunications industry, including senior executives, legal experts, and technical professionals representing licensed operators nationwide. In his opening […]
MOGADISHU, SOMALIA – April 13, 2025—The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia has officially granted operational license approval for Starlink to launch its services in Somalia. The announcement was made during a formal ceremony in Mogadishu, attended by representatives from Starlink and government officials. Speaking at the launch event, Mustafa Yasin Sheik, Director General of […]
Abuja, Nigeria-Mr. Mustafa Yaasin Sheik, Director General of the National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia, participated in the International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit in Abuja, Nigeria, a two-day gathering of global leaders, policymakers, and industry experts focused on addressing challenges and advancements in securing undersea communication networks. As a member of the International Advisory Body […]
Mogadishu, February 10, 2025– The National Communications Authority (NCA) and Jamhuriya University of Science & Technology (JUST), in collaboration with the African Network Information Center (AFRINIC), have officially launched Somalia’s first National IPv6 Internet Protocol Center, marking a significant milestone in the country’s digital transformation. The center will serve as a hub for research, training, […]
