Staff Reporter
TELECOM Namibia has announced the deactivation of 191,598 unregistered prepaid Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) cards, effective April 1, 2024.
“This process involves transitioning these cards to a ‘Two-way block’ status, effectively preventing them from initiating or receiving calls, texts, or data services,” explained Telecom.
According to Telecom, this move aligns with the recently implemented SIM card registration regulations mandated by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN).
“As of March 31, 2024, TN’s records indicated a total of 442,410 active mobile subscribers. Following the deactivation, TN will maintain a base of 250,812 registered prepaid subscribers,” revealed Telecom.
Customers with deactivated SIM cards can regain service by completing the registration process.
“TN encourages affected users to visit any Teleshop to register their SIM cards. Telecom Namibia prioritizes both regulatory compliance and customer data security. The deactivation process underscores TN’s unwavering commitment to adhering to the CRAN-mandated SIM Card Registration Regulations and safeguarding consumer privacy,” added Telecom.
