In 2018, Plus, the 4th largest mobile network provider, ceased operations in Albania.

On February 12, 2019, Albania’s telecoms watchdog, Electronic and Postal Communications Authority (AKEP) announced the conclusion of the first round of its 800 MHz auction, confirming that Vodafone Albania was the only provider to submit a bid for the frequencies.

On October 16, 2019, AKEP gave the authorisation to test 5G networks on the 3600 MHz-3700 MHz frequency band.

On October 30, it was publicly tested, alongside important state officials, such as Prime Minister, Edi Rama.

On 29 October 2020, Vodafone Albania agreed to acquire the country’s largest cable operator ABCom.

The move sparked strong reactions from consumers who felt that the high price increase across three of the main providers was unfair.