New analysis marking roughly a year since 5G began rolling out across North Africa suggests the experience for users has varied considerably from country to country.

The report points to differing approaches to spectrum allocation among operators as a key factor behind these uneven outcomes, with some markets apparently benefiting more than others depending on how airwaves were assigned for the new networks.

2025 is described as the breakout year for 5G launches in the region, with momentum building across several markets even as results diverge.

The specifics of which countries or operators fared best haven't been detailed here, but the broader theme is one of a region still finding its footing with next-generation mobile infrastructure.

It's a useful reminder that switching on 5G is only half the battle, how spectrum is allocated and managed clearly matters just as much as the headline rollout numbers, and operators that get this wrong risk delivering a patchy experience despite the marketing fanfare around launch.

For the full story, head over to the original report at Ookla Report.

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