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["Jojo Almario" <jalmario AT intrahealth.org>]

We have been using the state run ISP also for the very same reason.  Our newly installed Cheif of party, has complained about the bandwidth recently stating that he had heard other organizations in the area are using a faster connection.

 

I dont know if this is true or not as he is an ex-pat and he is used to to nothing less than T-1.  BUt it did get me wondering if anyting concerning the bandwidth in Ethiopia has changed.  There are many resorces we would like to implement within our Ethiopia office if only they had the optimum internet connection.

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From: grhits-bounces AT lists.ibiblio.org on behalf of William Lester
Sent: Tue 10/10/2006 7:43 PM
To: Mauricio_Poodts AT abtassoc.com; grhits AT lists.ibiblio.org
Subject: Re: [grhits] Ethiopia Internet options

Mauricio,

 

We're in Ethiopia, as are several other people on this list. As of now, I know of no change in the local telecom laws - they specifically forbid using connectivity from anyone but the state-run ISP. They require a license to operate.

 

In several countries, we are challenged with solutions used by others that are illegal. Often the government turns their head and ignores the infraction. But as funded organizations working as in-country guests, I think we have an obligation to abide by local laws.

 

I look forward to hearing from others on this issue. Has something changed in Ethiopia?

 

Bill Lester

 

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>>> Mauricio_Poodts AT abtassoc.com 10/10/2006 2:55 PM >>>

Hello,

I am looking for connectivity options for a new project office in Addis
Ababa and would like to consider satellite.  I've read posting from 2003
from this list discussing the matter.  At that time, satellite was not an
option, but  I'm wondering if anyone uses it now.  There are a few
satellite companies offering coverage, but there may be local telecom laws
restricting access.

Thanks,
Mauricio

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