[SFDXA] Equatorial Guinea Suspends Amateur Radio Licenses, DX Marathon Inc. Receives IRS 501(c)(3) Public Charity Status, PJ7K, FP5KE, EJ1K, 3Y0K, PA-PI/DL/DU/OR39EUDXF (SES) -- Netherlands/Belgium/Germany/Philippine

[Bill]

  */From Tony N2MFT:/

  Equatorial Guinea Suspends Amateur Radio Licenses*
   From the*A*HORA*EG* (Digital Paper) at:
  https://ahoraeg.com/politica/2025/09/10/quedan-suspendidas-temporalmente-en-malabo-todas-las-licencias-de-radioaficionados-tras-la-deteccion-de-irregularidades-en-su-emision/
  (edited by OPDX):

  All amateur radio licenses are temporarily suspended in Malabo
  following the detection of irregularities in their broadcasting. The
  Malabo government has decided to temporarily suspend all amateur radio
  licenses in the country due to irregularities detected in their
  issuance. The measure seeks to establish a new regulatory framework
  that guarantees effective control over the use of telecommunications
  frequencies and equipment, in line with national security requirements.

  The decision was made at a meeting chaired by the Vice President of
  the Republic in charge of Defense and State Security, HE Nguema Obiang
  Mangue, along with the Prime Minister and representatives from the
  Security, Defense, Finance, Transport, Treasury, and
  Telecommunications Regulatory Office (ORTEL) sectors. The suspension
  is due to a failure in the established protocols for granting licenses.

  The measure was taken following the discovery of a case in which a
  foreign citizen, operating as an amateur radio operator, accessed
  sensitive areas such as Annobón and Batete using telecommunications
  equipment not authorized for his activity. This individual had applied
  for licenses in 2018 and again in 2025, paying a total of 531,000 CFA
  francs, without properly
  verifying the legality of the equipment or the compliance of the
  assigned frequencies with national regulations.

  The Vice President has instructed ORTEL and State Security agencies to
  ensure that all granted frequencies strictly comply with the country's
  technical and legal requirements. The goal is to ensure that no
  highfrequency equipment enters the country without proper approval and
  review of the license.

  Furthermore, those involved in the case have been ordered to appear in
  Malabo before Friday with all relevant documents, including the
  equipment approval certificate signed in March 2025 and the
  corresponding electronic visa

  With these actions, the Government of Equatorial Guinea reaffirms its
  commitment to state security, technological control, and responsible
  regulation of its telecommunications, consolidating a safer and more
  transparent environment for all citizens.


  DX Marathon Inc. Receives IRS 501(c)(3) Public Charity Status

DX Marathon Inc. is pleased to announce that we have officially received 
a determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service recognizing our 
organization as a tax-exempt public charity under section 501(c)(3) of 
the Internal Revenue Code.


      What This Means for Supporters

  *

    *Tax-Deductible Contributions*: All gifts to DX Marathon Inc. are
    now tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. Donors will
    receive a receipt acknowledging their contribution for tax reporting
    purposes.

  *

    *Matching Gifts*: Many employers will match charitable contributions
    made to 501(c)(3) organizations. Supporters are encouraged to check
    with their HR departments about doubling their impact through
    workplace giving programs.

  *

    *Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)*: Individuals who hold
    retirement accounts such as IRAs and are subject to Required Minimum
    Distributions (RMDs) can now make direct transfers to DX Marathon
    Inc. These QCDs:

      o

        Count toward satisfying the annual RMD requirement

      o

        Are*excluded from taxable income* (up to $100,000 per year, per
        taxpayer).

      o

        Provide a highly tax-efficient way to support DX Marathon’s mission.


      Why This Matters

With this new status, DX Marathon Inc. is positioned to expand its 
global outreach, create new programs, and better serve the international 
amateur radio community. Contributions of any size will directly support 
growth initiatives, youth engagement, international participation, and 
program development.

We are deeply grateful to our community of radio amateurs and supporters 
whose encouragement and participation made this milestone possible.

For more information about contributing to DX Marathon Inc. — including 
gifts from retirement accounts or corporate matching programs — please 
contact us atwc3w at dxmarathon.com.


*PJ7K -- Sint Maarten (Reminder)*
 From QRZ.com (edited by OPDX):

Members of the Czech DXpedition Team will be active as PJ7K from Sint 
Maarten between September 12-22nd. Operators mentioned are Petr/OK1FCJ, 
Rudolf/OK2ZA (& XYL), Ludek/OK2ZC, David/OK6DJ and Lubo/OM5ZW. Activity 
will be on 160-6m and the satellites (RS-44 etc.), using CW, SSB, RTTY 
and FT8. QSL via OK6DJ, direct, LoTW and ClubLog's OQRS.
*
*
*FP5KE--*St Pierre & Miquelon* (Correction/Update September 12th)*
 From the FP5KE Web page (edited by OPDX):

Update: We are ready
September 12th:

To avoid creating unnecessary constraints for other expeditions 
operating at the same time, we have chosen not to publish a fixed band 
plan that we might not be able to maintain. Instead, by using ClubLog's 
Livestream (https://clublog.org/livestream/FP5KE), you will be able to 
know our frequencies in real time. We also invite you to review the 
operating guidelines (https://fp5ke.wordpress.com/band-plan/) available 
on our website.

Most of the team will begin their journey by train or plane on Saturday, 
September 13th, meeting up at a hotel near Charles de Gaulle Airport 
(Paris). Unless an air traffic controllers' strike disrupts everything, 
departure for St. John's (Newfoundland) is scheduled for Sunday at 11:35 
local time. We will carry 900 kg of equipment which will be delivered at 
the airport by members of F6KOP radio club.
*
*
*EJ1K -- Ireland (IOTA Op)*
From 425DX and QRZ.com (edited by OPDX):

Members of the Kerry Amateur Radio Group (KARG) and Friends On The Air 
(FOTA) will be active as EJ1K from Great Blasket Island (IOTA EU-007) 
between September 26-28th. Operators mentioned are Brendan/EI0CZ, David/ 
EI9FBB, Declan/EI9FVB, Tommy/ON4TV, Jessica/ON8JW and Stefaan/OP8L. QSL 
via M0OXO's OQRS. QSOs will be uploaded to ClubLog, LoTW and QRZ.
*
*
*PA-PI/DL/DU/OR39EUDXF (SES) -- Netherlands/Belgium/Germany/Philippine*
*
*
*From QRZ.com (edited by OPDX):*
*
*
*Look for the following special event stations to be active during the 
**month of November to celebrate the 39th anniversary of the European DX 
**Foundation (EUDXF -https://www.eudxf.eu/). This list made grow in 
**participation.*
*
*
*DL39EUDXF -- Germany*
*DU39EUDXF -- Operators Kiko, DV1K; National Capital Region, Philippine*
*PA39EUDXF -- Operator Alex, PA1AW; Heerjansdam, The Netherlands*
*PB39EUDXF -- Operator Bob, PB5X; Breda, The Netherlands*
*PC39EUDXF -- Operator Frans, PC2F; Amersfoort, The Netherlands*
*PD39EUDXF -- Operator Derk, PD9DX; Holten, The Netherlands*
*PF39EUDXF -- Operator Bernard, PB7Z; Schoonoord, The Netherlands*
*PG39EUDXF -- Operator Gerben, PG5M; Zuidlaren, The Netherlands*
*PH39EUDXF -- Operator Edwin, PA3GVQ; Rotterdam, The Netherlands*
*PI39EUDXF -- Operators Contestgroep Oude Maas (PI4COM); Barendrecht, 
**The Netherlands*
*OR39EUDXF -- Operator Marc, ON6CC; Lommel, Belgium*
*
*
*It seems all stations are using the QSL route via PA1AW.*
*
*
*3Y0K -- Bouvet News*
From Ken, LA7GIA, FaceBook page (edited by OPDX):

Ken, LA7GIA, reports: Team complete a major milestone! 3YØK container 
packed and ready to be shipped to Bouvetøya!
*
*
*PJ7K -- Sint Maarten (Update September 12th)*
 From the FP5KE Web page (edited by OPDX):

Update: We are ready
September 12th:

To avoid creating unnecessary constraints for other expeditions 
operating at the same time, we have chosen not to publish a fixed band 
plan that we might not be able to maintain. Instead, by using ClubLog's 
Livestream (https://clublog.org/livestream/FP5KE), you will be able to 
know our frequencies in real time. We also invite you to review the 
operating guidelines (https://fp5ke.wordpress.com/band-plan/) available 
on our website

Most of the team will begin their journey by train or plane on Saturday, 
September 13th, meeting up at a hotel near Charles de Gaulle Airport 
(Paris). Unless an air traffic controllers' strike disrupts everything, 
departure for St. John's (Newfoundland) is scheduled for Sunday at 11:35 
local time. We will carry 900 kg of equipment which will be delivered at 
the airport by members of F6KOP radio club.
*
*
*ZL7/LZ1GC -- Chatham Islands*
 From QRZ.com (edited by OPDX):

Stan, LZ1GC, will be active as ZL7/LZ1GC between November 3-20th. The 
activity will be from Chatham Island (IOTA OC-038, WW Loc. AE16ug). 
Activity will be on all HF bands, from 160-6m, using CW, SSB and 
FT8/FT4. QSL requests (direct or bureau) via ZL7/LZ1GC on Clublog's OQRS 
or via LZ1GC address inQRZ.COM <http://QRZ.COM>.

More info about this activity is available on the ZL7/LZ1GC and YJ0GC 
DXpedition 2025 Web site at:http://www.c21gc.com/

Tedd Mirgliotta, KB8NW - E-mail addresses:
<kb8nw at hotmail.com> <mailto:kb8nw at hotmail.com> and<kb8nw at arrl.net> 
<mailto:kb8nw at arrl.net>
Editor of the Ohio/Penn DX Bulletin (OPDX - DXer's Tool of Excellence)
President of the "Northern Ohio DX Association" (NODXA)
DX Advisor for the "Northern Ohio Amateur Radio Society
Past ARRL Assistant Director of the Great Lakes Division (1996-2022)
Sysop of the "Basic Amateur Radio Frequency BBS" (BARF80.ORG 
<http://BARF80.ORG>)


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