Research and Markets: The Promising Angolan Broadband Market to be on an Upswing by 2013

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Research and Markets(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/b4f994/angolan_broadband) has announced the addition of Frost & Sullivan's new report "Angolan Broadband Market" to their offering.

Angola is experiencing an increased demand for data services, especially amongst enterprises. The government is investing high in the development of the sector and the promotion of the ICT industry to bring the country into a digital era. This presents fantastic opportunities for companies. In this study, readers will be able to see the market revenues and subscribers rate, the main challenges, drivers and restraints, a comprehensive analysis of the regulatory and infrastructure environments, along with the trends, opportunities identification and strategic recommendations. A 7 year revenues and subscribers rate forecast is also presented, which will enable current and future market participants to approach this market strategically.

This Frost & Sullivan research service titled Angolan Broadband Market analyses the current infrastructure and how planned undersea cable projects will impact the Angolan broadband market. This research service identifies the markets growth potential and the factors that influence it. It measures the markets current and future size in terms of revenue and number of subscribers and profiles key market participants and analyses their strategies.

Market Overview

The developing mobile market in Angola merely has two operators catering to its rising demand for mobile services. Large investments are being made in infrastructure development, with the enterprises segment having the maximum growth potential due to the increased number of companies opening sites in the country, especially in remote areas. A third operator is expected to enter the market by 2011, further stimulating the competitive environment. Submarine cables are being deployed to provide international connectivity and enhance both local and international traffic. "Angola is a promising country in various sectors," says the analyst of this research. "The recent entry of foreign companies and high income expatriates in Angola has increased the demand for sophisticated communications services, driving the country to invest in the development of its infrastructure."

Substantial improvements in infrastructure and regulation are likely to happen by 2012 and the market is anticipated to reach its full potential by 2014. Presently, Angola has only two operators and five key vendors. There are several opportunities for companies interested in expanding to remote areas. There is also growth potential for companies that offer optimised solutions for infrastructure as a way to reduce the capital and operational expenses of operators.

Companies to Penetrate Rural Areas to Trigger a Drop in the Prices of Broadband Services

However, numerous factors are hampering market growth including an inadequate transportation system, unreliable power supply, natural disasters such as floods and draughts, and the presence of landmines. Companies should effectively address these issues to succeed in this geographic area. "The current global financial crisis has affected Angola indirectly, as the demand for agricultural products and commodities have dwindled," explains the analyst. "Nevertheless, such challenges are projected to reduce in intensity over the next few years even as demand is set to rise."

Angola has immense potential for growth as only 16.0 per cent of the population currently utilises mobile services to communicate. The network quality is good and the much anticipated roll-out of the submarine fibre optic cables will represent an advance in data traffic and capacity. "Companies should continue to invest in the extension of the network to rural areas to enable prices to reduce," concludes the analyst. "Despite the challenges, the Angolan broadband market has a bright future."

Key Topics Covered:

• Executive Summary
• Research Aim and Objectives
• Research Scope and Definitions
• Research Methodology
• Angolan Broadband Market
• Industry Challenges and Market Forces
• Total Angolan Broadband Market
• Market Forecast
• Competitor Analysis
• Industry Best Practise
• Opportunity Analysis
• Strategic Recommendations
• Conclusion

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