SMS & Telecom Governance
Who Regulates Messaging & Telecom in South Sudan?
Regulatory Authority
National Communication Authority (NCA)
Governs all SMS traffic and telecom policies
Ensures compliance for businesses
Telecom Operators
MTN
Zain
Digitel
- The operators deliver the core infrastructure required for enterprise SMS services.
- Sender ID registration and message content approvals are managed through their platforms.
Telecom Market share in South Sudan
In South Sudan, MTN dominates the telecom market with approximately 60% share, followed by Zain holding around 35%, while Digitel and other smaller operators account for the remaining minor portion of the market.
Country Summary Snapshot
South Sudan - An Overview
| Country Code | SS |
|---|---|
| Region | Middle East & Africa |
| Capital | Juba |
| Currency | South Sudanese Pound |
| Language | English |
| Calling Code | +211 |
| MCC | 659 |
| Mobile Number Portability | No |
| Two Way SMS supported | No |
| Character Limit | None |
| Concatenated Messages Support | No |
| SenderID Registration Required | Yes |
Regulation
SMS Regulations
Businesses and organisations must comply with South Sudan’s telecom regulator, the National Communications Authority (NCA), to send SMS legally. Separate regulations apply for domestic SMS traffic and international messaging, including Sender ID registration, content approval, and compliance with anti-spam policies.
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Sender ID Registrations
The companies that are planning to send SMS in the South Sudan must register their Sender ID. There are guidelines to register the Sender ID.
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