Maldives’ leading telecom operator Dhiraagu has secured three major international accolades from Ookla, recognizing the company’s dominance in next generation mobile connectivity across the Maldives.
The awards were presented during the globally renowned Mobile World Congress held in Barcelona, Spain, the world’s largest gathering for the telecommunications industry.
According to data from Ookla’s Speedtest Intelligence platform for the first half of 2025, Dhiraagu received three top honors:
• Maldives’ Fastest 5G Network
• Maldives’ Best 5G Network
• Maldives’ Best 5G Gaming Experience
The recognition highlights Dhiraagu’s continued investment in advanced infrastructure and digital innovation aimed at delivering high speed connectivity nationwide.
Strong leadership in 5G connectivity
Dhiraagu has played a pioneering role in regional telecom development. The company became the first digital service provider to commercially launch 5G services in both the Maldives and South Asia. Its network expansion strategy has rapidly increased coverage across the country.
Currently, more than 73 percent of the Maldivian population has access to Dhiraagu’s ultra fast 5G network, enabling faster internet speeds, improved gaming performance, and more reliable mobile connectivity.
Industry data also shows Dhiraagu has maintained a consistent performance lead in network speed. The company previously won the Maldives’ Fastest Mobile Network award from Ookla for three consecutive years, while also securing the Fastest 5G Network recognition in the Maldives for two straight years.
Driving Maldives’ digital transformation
The latest awards reinforce Dhiraagu’s position as the country’s leading telecommunications and digital services provider. Through continued investment in network infrastructure, the company aims to expand its 5G footprint further while enhancing customer experience and supporting the Maldives’ broader digital transformation goals.
With increasing demand for data driven services, high speed connectivity and cloud based platforms, telecom infrastructure has become a critical pillar of the Maldives’ economic modernization, particularly in sectors such as tourism, fintech, education and digital services.
Dhiraagu stated that its focus remains on empowering communities and enabling Maldivians to fully participate in the evolving digital economy through reliable and innovative connectivity solutions.
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