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Brazil Launches 5G to Connect 138,000 Schools Nationwide

7/4/2025

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The Brazilian government is pioneering 5G fixed wireless access technology to revolutionize internet connectivity in remote schools. Early results show speeds rivaling fibre optics. This ambitious pilot in Rio Grande do Norte seeks to connect all 138,000 basic education schools, tackling digital exclusion and opening doors to enhanced educational opportunities across the nation.

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The Brazilian government is pioneering 5G fixed wireless access technology to revolutionize internet connectivity in remote schools. Early results show speeds rivaling fibre optics. This ambitious pilot in Rio Grande do Norte seeks to connect all 138,000 basic education schools, tackling digital exclusion and opening doors to enhanced educational opportunities across the nation.