MTN South Sudan began its operations in 2011, following the country's independence on July 9, 2011. The company is a subsidiary of the MTN Group, a multinational telecommunications company headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, with operations in 21 countries across Africa and the Middle East. MTN South Sudan was established as a separate operating entity to address the economic development gaps and improve telecommunications infrastructure in the young nation. The company's strategy focused on deploying adequate infrastructure, such as telecom towers, and identifying partners to enhance its service delivery capabilities.
Country
South Sudan
Type
Mobile Network Operator
Ownership
MTN Group
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3G Network

MTN South Sudan inherited its 3G network which was already deployed prior to the country's independence by MTN Sudan, the company's predecessor. The network had been operational across both countries since 2010.

Network Frequency Band Status
B1 (2100 MHz)
Active
B8 (900 MHz)
Active
Date Event Subtype
Launch of 3G Network
Launch

4G Network

MTN South Sudan launched its 4G network on December 3, 2020, becoming the first mobile operator in the country to introduce this advanced technology. The launch was conducted under the auspices of the National Communications Authority (NCA). The 4G network, also known as Long Term Evolution (LTE), supports higher internet speeds of up to 100 megabits per second (100 MBps). Initially, over 70 sites were launched in Juba, with a commitment to provide 100% 4G coverage in the city and plans to extend the network to other parts of the country in 2021. This launch marked a significant milestone for MTN South Sudan, setting the technology standard for 4G services and enhancing the browsing and online experience for users. The 4G network also improved the performance of multimedia applications, voice, and HD video calls, and was compatible with existing telecom infrastructure.

4G Frequency Bands
Network Frequency Band Status Known EARFCNs
B1 (2100 MHz)
Active
100
B3 (1800 MHz)
Active
1350
B7 (2600 MHz)
Active
3200
B20 (800 MHz)
Active
6300
Date Event Subtype
Launch of 4G Network
Launch

5G Network

As of the current date, there have been no reports of MTN South Sudan conducting 5G trials or testing. The focus has primarily been on expanding and enhancing the 4G network infrastructure across the country. There is no information available regarding spectrum auctions or plans for the deployment of 5G technology in South Sudan by MTN.

Date Event Subtype