Over 320 million calls were made in both the holy cities, with Makkah accounting for 184 million local and 21 million international calls, while Madinah recorded 107 million local and 10 million international calls.
Saudi Arabia’s Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST), has reported robust telecommunications network performance in Makkah and Madinah during the first half of Ramadan.
According to Saudi Gazette, Over 320 million calls were made in both the holy cities, with Makkah accounting for 184 million local and 21 million international calls, while Madinah recorded 107 million local and 10 million international calls.
According to the commission statistics, 5G coverage reached 98 percent in Makkah and 99 percent in Madinah.
Average daily data consumption per capita significantly surpassed global averages, reaching 1190MB in Makkah (three times the global average) and 1495MB in Madinah (four times the global average). Mobile internet speeds averaged 210 Mbps in Makkah and 278 Mbps in Madinah.
The communications and technology sector is meeting high consumption demands with exceptional quality, aligning with leadership’s goals.
Through advanced technology and dedicated personnel, the sector ensures high download speeds and seamless local and international call connectivity for worshipers. – SG
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