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Ooredoo Celebrates Launch of First Commercial 3G Network in Algeria [Mid-East.Info](Mid-East.Info Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Network Enhancement Strategy Brings First and Fastest-Ever 3G Mobile Internet Joseph Ged, CEO, Ooredoo Algeria Doha, Qatar: Ooredoo celebrated the launch of the first commercial 3G network in Algeria this week, as the company continued to deliver the fastest and best network experience for customers across its global footprint. Within hours of receiving final regulatory approval, Ooredoo Algeria (formerly known as Nedjma) launched commercial 3G services for millions of customers in ten major cities across the country, with coverage in Algiers, Constantine, Oran, Ouargla, Sétif, Djelfa and exclusively in Béjaia, Chlef, Bouira and Ghardaïa. The 3G network enables customers with 3G-enabled devices to experience the fastest mobile broadband in Algeria, at no additional cost. Customers can access the 3G network by obtaining a second 3G-enabled number for free from Ooredoo, and adding it to their existing SIM card. With the new 3G network, customers can access a new world of services such as video calls, high-speed internet surfing, application downloads, video/music streaming and much more. Dr. Nasser Marafih, Group CEO, and Ooredoo, said: "With this week's successful launch of 3G services in Algeria, we aim to enrich the lives of people by bringing them the fastest and most reliable Mobile Broadband service ever offered in the country. I congratulate the team for the speed and professionalism of this roll-out, which reflects our commitment to deliver an incredible level of service to customers around the world." Joseph Ged, CEO, Ooredoo Algeria, said: "We're proud to say that our 3G network went live within 10 days of finalising the licensing process and within twelve hours of receiving final approval from the regulator. Ooredoo has launched the first commercial 3G service in Algeria, delivering a historic moment of technological benefit for the people of our country and contributing to the development of a knowledge-based economy for all." By enabling customers to use their original SIM card to access 3G services, at the existing rates for 2G services, Ooredoo is ensuring that 3G is widely available to as many people as possible, supporting its vision of broadband access for all in Algeria. Ooredoo now offers customers a range of weekly, monthly and special mobile Internet packages, including a new "Unlimited Internet data offer", the first of its kind in Algeria. More special packages will be made available in the weeks ahead. The company is also working hard to expand the 3G network further across Algeria, to provide a seamless network and enhance mobile Internet access. Ooredoo has launched the 3G network as part of its promise to deliver human growth and the benefits of broadband across its global footprint. In addition to Algeria, Ooredoo has rolled-out a nationwide 3G network in Tunisia in 2013, along with providing cutting-edge 4G services in Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and the Maldives. Ooredoo Algeria has also launched a range of services and initiatives to support human growth and development across its footprint. Young Algerians interested in becoming part of the mobile content industry can enter Ooredoo Algeria's “iStart” program, launched in partnership with the national agency for development of SMES (ANDPME), which aims to encourage young talent. The initiative is one of a series of programmes supported by Ooredoo across its footprint to enable more young people to enhance their life opportunities, through employment and educational development. About Ooredoo: Ooredoo is a leading international communications company delivering mobile, fixed, broadband internet and corporate managed services tailored to the needs of consumers and businesses across markets in the Middle East, North Africa and South-East Asia. As a community-focused company, Ooredoo is guided by its vision of enriching people's lives and its belief that it can stimulate human growth by leveraging communications to help people achieve their full potential. Ooredoo has a presence in markets such as Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Algeria, Tunisia, Iraq, Palestine, the Maldives and Indonesia. The company was named 'Best Mobile Operator of the year 2013' at the World Communication Awards. Ooredoo reported revenues of $9.3 billion U.S. dollars in 2012 and had a consolidated global customer base of more than 92.9 million people as of 31 December 2012. Ooredoo's shares are listed on the Qatar Exchange and the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange. About Ooredoo Algeria: Ooredoo Algeria (formerly Nedjma) became the country's first multimedia mobile operator when it acquired its mobile telephony services license for US$421 million in December 2003. Since launching its brand Nedjma on 25 August 2004, the company has provided innovative services and offerings that meet international standards for customers, individuals and businesses. Ooredoo covers 99% of Algeria's population and has a distribution network of 106 retail locations nationwide. As a subsidiary of Ooredoo Group, the company is committed to enriching Algeria's society through sponsorship and patronage of various sporting, cultural, social, and economic activities and events. For the nine months through September 2013, Ooredoo achieved a turnover of US$700.2 million (63 billion dinars) and has more than 9.3 million subscribers. (c) 2013 mid-east.info Provided by Syndigate.info, an Albawaba.com company |