Summary of Required Steps 1. Purchase a smartphone: The cost ranges between $130 and $1,120. 2. Purchase a data-capable SIM: Customers have the option to purchase either a national SIM or an International SIM, both costing $250. 3. Choose a voice and text service plan: There are only pre-paid service plan options for voice and text. No ongoing or post-paid service plans are available. 4. Activate the SIM’s voice and text service: The topup cost is between $10-25 depending on the desired number of voice minutes and text messages and on the in-country or international SIM type. 5. Activate the SIM’s Data Service: Customers who want to use data services must complete additional application forms, submit copies of a passport or official national ID, and provide two passport photos. Activation costs approximately $17. The telephone company reports the purchase and submits the customer application to MPT. The rate is approximately $1 for every 280 minutes of usage. 6. Wait for the government to approve the data service activation request: This wait can take between 2 and 3 days. Purchasing a Smartphone 50 The delegation visited multiple stores, comparing phones and plans, and asking questions to obtain a smartphone and data access.50 Prices for smartphones in these stores ranged from a high of $1,120 for an Apple iPhone with iOS to a low of $115 for a Samsung Galaxy Y with Android. Being thrifty, the team purchased a Galaxy Mini for $130. See Appendix I, Photo 1 17