In response to recent incidents involving counterfeit approval certificates within the Angolan market, INACOM (Instituto Angolano das Comunicações) has taken decisive action to reinforce the security of its documentation and approval processes. The regulatory authority has implemented enhanced internal safeguards aimed at preserving the integrity of type approval certifications.
Temporary Suspension of Certificates
As an immediate mitigation measure, INACOM has placed all pending certificates under a temporary suspension. This pause allows the agency to conduct a thorough review of submitted documentation and eliminate any risk of fraudulent materials being processed or approved.
Reinforced Compliance Obligations for Applicants
To ensure only legitimate applications proceed through the system, INACOM now requires stricter adherence to regulatory protocols. All stakeholders involved in the approval process must comply with updated submission requirements or risk severe penalties, including the termination of their project and possible legal consequences.
1. Verification of Letters of Authorization (LoAs)
Applicants must guarantee that:
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All LoAs submitted are current and clearly valid.
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Incomplete, vague, or improperly dated LoAs will be outright rejected under the new scrutiny guidelines.
2. Renewal Application Requirements
Renewal submissions must now include:
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The legal name of the local entity associated with the project.
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A valid and verifiable tax identification number.
These measures aim to establish a more transparent and accountable framework for managing telecommunications and wireless device approvals in Angola.
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