Africa is the second-largest and second most populous continent with an estimated population of 1.2 billion people. Africa is home to 54 countries. The population of Africa is relatively young and has grown rapidly over the last 40 years, with more than half of the population under 25. African economies are the world’s fastest growing and a home to some of the largest telecom markets in the world. Given the potential for further growth, the sector attracts considerable foreign investments. Driving the huge potentials are the current trends in information technology usage, the explosion of the Internet, the internet of Things (IoTs) and the consequent impact of growing device drivers amongst its young population.
Type Approval of radio communication equipment, Telecom Equipment; electrical and electronic devices are mandatory in most countries across the continent. All equipment manufacturers, vendors and operators, including mass consumer devices such as mobile phones and wireless adapters, must ensure that their equipment conform to the applicable standards as mandated by the African country’s regulatory Authority before bringing them into the country.