NuRAN Receives Confirmation of its Operating Licenses in DRC
NuRAN Wireless has received final authorizations to operate in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as part of its expansion efforts. This follows the approval of a senior credit facility of US $18 million from the European Investment Bank (EIB) and EURO $8 million from the DFI, totaling approximately US $27 million. The EIB has confirmed the necessary licenses, with final approval pending a legal review. The company plans to announce the signing of the definitive loan agreement soon, which will enable initial fund drawdown. NuRAN aims to enhance rural telecommunications coverage globally.
- Final authorizations received for operations in DRC, enhancing market presence.
- Secured funding of approximately US $27 million from EIB and DFI for expansion.
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QUEBEC, QC / ACCESSWIRE / March 7, 2023 / NuRAN Wireless Inc. ("NuRAN" or the "Company") (CSE:NUR)(OTC PINK:NRRWF)(FSE:1RN), a leading rural telecommunications company, is pleased to provide a corporate update on the European Investment Bank ("EIB") senior credit facility of US
The Company received confirmation that the necessary authorizations and licenses to operate in the Democratic Republic of the Congo ("DRC") have been granted by the telecommunications authority. NuRAN's management has processed the required payment and awaits the official copies. The authorizations and licenses are subject to a final legal review by EIB.
NuRAN has also been advised by EIB that the letter from the Ministère des Finances of the DRC consenting to the granting of the loan for the purposes of the Cotonou Agreement and accordingly the undertakings of the DRC in Article 6 of Annex II of the Cotonou Agreement, a treaty between the European Union and the African, Caribbean and Pacific group of states, with regard to exchange control and tax exemptions relating to the Investment, had been received. In addition, the second DFI has received its internal approval regarding loan availability, drawdown period and repayment term to align with that of the EIB.
These were the last authorizations required by EIB for final approval and signature of the definitive loan agreement. NuRAN shall announce the signing of the definitive loan agreement leading to the initial drawdown of funds as soon as it is completed.
About NuRAN Wireless:
NuRAN is a leading rural telecommunications company that meets the growing demand for wireless network coverage in remote and rural regions around the globe. With its affordable and innovative scalable solutions of 2G, 3G, and 4G technologies, NuRAN offers a new possibility for more than one billion people to communicate effectively over long distances efficiently and affordably. "Bridging the Digital Divide, One Connection at a Time."
Additional Information:
For further information about NuRAN Wireless: www.nuranwireless.com
Francis Létourneau,
Director and CEO
Francis.letourneau@nuranwireless.com
Tel: (418) 264-1337
Frank Candido
Investor relations
Frank.candido@nuranwireless.com
Tel: (514) 969-5530
Forward Looking Statements
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