Kenyans to Experience Lower calling rates as CA cuts costs.
Kenyans to Experience Lower calling rates. Following the cutting Mobile Termination Rates (MTRs) and Fixed Termination Rates (FTRs) by the Communications Authority.
MTRs and FTRs; These costs that operators charge each other to allow customers to communicate across networks.
Communication Authority stated,”In the latest review, the Authority has capped Mobile Termination Rates and fixed termination rates at Sh0.41 per minute with effect from March 1, 2024. The current termination rate of Sh0.05 per SMS remains unchanged.”
At the moment, an MTR and FTR of Sh0.58 per minute are in place. The new announced MTRs and FTRs shall apply from March 2024 for a period of two years and will be applicable only to local voice tariffs.
Local voice tariffs indicates that the calls, are within the bounds of Kenya.
Communication Authority stated,”The new rate is informed by the prevailing economic environment, ICT market dynamics and the need to strike a balance between the promo of investment and the protection of consumers Lower MTRs and FTRs mean lower calling rates for consumers.”
“Ahead of the new rates taking effect, all operators are required to vary their Interconnection Agreements in line with the Determination and file their Deeds of Variation with the Authority latest February 1, 2024,” CA Added.
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