In a significant move to enhance Internet quality, a key indicator of national development, Algeria Telecom has partnered with Ookla, a globally renowned U.S.-based company specializing in network performance analysis.
The partnership was formalized during a ceremony led by Algeria’s Minister of Post and Telecommunications, Sid Ali Zerrouki, alongside the president of ARPCE (Algeria’s telecommunications regulatory authority) and executives from both companies. This collaboration aligns with a broader strategy to elevate national connectivity standards.
The goal is to optimize Internet services, improve user experience, and position Algeria prominently on the regional and global digital map.
A Digital Leap Backed by a Global Leader
Ookla, the company behind the widely used Speedtest platform, is a leader in measuring Internet connection speeds worldwide. With its vast database and advanced analytics tools, Ookla provides detailed reports to pinpoint network weaknesses.
According to Algeria Telecom, the agreement establishes deep technical cooperation with Ookla to “deliver better services to users” and improve Algeria’s ranking in global connectivity indices.
Algeria Telecom’s CEO, Adel Bentoumi, described the partnership as the start of a “fruitful” collaboration with a trusted partner. The company will leverage Ookla’s technological tools to refine network management and prioritize improvements.
Algeria Telecom and Ookla: What the Agreement Entails
This partnership goes beyond intentions, outlining concrete actions, including:
- Using Ookla’s diagnostic tools, such as Speedtest Intelligence, to map Internet performance across Algeria.
- Collecting and analyzing data to identify areas with low speeds or high latency.
- Implementing stricter performance indicators to guide technical investments.
- Enhancing transparency for users by enabling regional service quality comparisons.
The involvement of ARPCE underscores the government’s commitment to strengthening regulation and oversight of service quality in this increasingly critical sector.
A Bold Ambition: Elevating Algeria’s Global Ranking
Beyond technical upgrades, the partnership addresses Algeria’s image and competitiveness. Often criticized for slow Internet and access disparities, Algeria aims to improve its trajectory and climb global connectivity rankings.
By collaborating with a reputable player like Ookla, Algeria Telecom seeks not only to enhance infrastructure but also to boost international perceptions of its digital performance.
“This step aims to provide a clear picture of communication quality in the country,” Algeria Telecom stated, emphasizing the strategic role of Ookla’s data.
