MTN Sudan, a subsidiary of the MTN Group, is a significant player in the telecommunications sector in Sudan. The MTN Group, a multinational telecommunications provider, operates in over 20 countries across Africa and the Middle East. MTN Sudan, then known as Areeba, was launched in September 2005 after winning the second GSM license in Sudan in September 2004 through its legal entity Bashair Telecom. By the end of 2008, MTN Sudan had established over 8,500 points of sale across the country, serving a subscriber base of approximately 3 million. It is the smallest of the three mobile networks operating in Sudan.
3G Network
MTN Sudan launched its 3G network in 2010, marking a significant advancement in its service offerings. The network utilised the UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) frequency band. This deployment allowed MTN Sudan to offer enhanced mobile data services, including faster internet speeds and improved connectivity. The 3G network was part of MTN Sudan's strategy to expand its technological capabilities and improve customer experience.
3G Frequency Bands
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3G Network Events
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Launch of 3G Network
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Launch
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4G Network
MTN's 4G network was commercially launched using the LTE1800 frequency band in 2018. This deployment allowed MTN Sudan to offer high-speed mobile internet services, catering to the growing demand for data-intensive applications and services.
4G Frequency Bands
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1325
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4G Network Events
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Launch of 4G Network
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Launch
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