Will internet and mobile service prices rise by 35% in Egypt?

Egypt's National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has officially denied widespread rumors suggesting a 35% increase in internet and mobile service prices across the country. The authority confirmed that no such official decision has been issued.

Mohamed Ibrahim, an NTRA spokesperson, clarified on Tuesday that the circulating news is "incorrect so far." He emphasized that the NTRA is actively monitoring information and rumors related to telecommunications services and their pricing. Ibrahim stressed that any potential price adjustments would not be approved or announced outside of the NTRA's official channels.

He further explained that if an official decision to increase prices is made, it will be formally announced through an official NTRA statement. This statement would detail the decision, the specific percentage of the increase, and the underlying reasons. The spokesperson underscored the importance of users obtaining information about telecommunications service prices exclusively from official sources, especially given the prevalence of unverified news online.

These clarifications come at a time when telecommunications and internet costs are a significant concern for Egyptian users. The rising operational expenses for mobile and internet networks, coupled with the increasing dependence on digital services for daily life, have heightened public interest in service pricing.

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