Africell RDC, also known as Africell Congo, is a private telecommunications company operating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Africell is a subsidiary of the Lebanese firm Lintel Holding and launched its operations in the DRC in 2012. The company initially started its services in Kinshasa and later expanded to other regions, including Katanga and Kongo Central in 2013, Kikwit and Bandundu in 2020, and Kasaï in 2022 or 2023. By the end of 2023, Africell had expanded its services to the eastern regions of the DRC, including Goma, Bukavu, Uvira, and Kalemie. As of 2023, Africell operated in 16 of the 26 Congolese regions. The company has been expanding its network coverage and services to compete in the market, focusing on mobile financial services and other telecommunications offerings.
Alias
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Country
Congo Democratic Republic DRC
Type
Mobile Network Operator
Ownership
Africell Group
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3G Network

Africell RDC launched its 3G network in the DRC some time prior to 2019. The company utilised the 2100 MHz frequency band for its network operations. The 3G network provided voice and data services to its customers, contributing to Africell's competitive positioning in the DRC's telecommunications market. However, specific details regarding the exact launch date of the 3G network and any subsequent upgrades or shutdowns were not provided in the available sources.

Network Frequency Band Status Known UARFCNs
B1 (2100 MHz)
Active
10787
Date Event Subtype
Launch of 3G Network (estimate)
Launch

4G Network

Africell RDC began its 4G network deployment in the DRC some time around 2019 using the 800 MHz band for its 4G LTE services, providing faster internet speeds and improved connectivity for its customers. Africell's 4G network expansion was part of its strategy to enhance its market presence and offer advanced telecommunications services. The company focused on deploying its network infrastructure over a wider footprint than its rivals, including less profitable areas, to increase coverage and accessibility.

4G Frequency Bands
Network Frequency Band Status Known EARFCNs
B20 (800 MHz)
Active
6200
Date Event Subtype
Launch of 4G Network (estimate)
Launch