<ul><li>The Southern African Telecommunications Association (SATA) is advancing plans to introduce uniform mobile roaming charges across the 16 member states in Southern Africa, aiming to emulate the European Union’s “Roam Like at Home” model.</li><li>The proposed framework, endorsed by SADC ministers, encompasses both wholesale and retail roaming rates, with the objective of reducing costs for consumers while ensuring that telecom operators can maintain service quality and profitability.</li><li>For consumers, the harmonization of roaming charges promises significant cost savings, fostering increased mobile usage and connectivity across the region.</li><li>Implementing a standardized roaming framework presents challenges in terms of regulatory alignment, technical infrastructure, and ensuring compliance across all member states.</li></ul>

SADC plans to implement “Roam Like at Home”, inspired by the EU

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