MTN Zambia is the second largest mobile network operator in Zambia. The company started its operations in Zambia in August 2005 after acquiring the then Telecel which had been operational in the country since 1997. MTN Zambia is part of the MTN Group a multinational telecommunications company with a footprint in 22 countries in Africa and the Middle East.
Alias
MTN (Zambia) Ltd
Country
Zambia
Type
Mobile Network Operator
3G Network
The company provided 2G GSM services over the 900 MHz band, and in March 2011 launched 3G UMTS over the B1 (2100 MHz) band. 3G was upgraded to DC-HSPA+ in October 2013.
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
4G LTE was launched in January 2014 over the B3 (1800 MHz) band. LTE-A rollout began in October 2016.
4G Frequency Bands
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Active
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4G Network Events
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Launch of 4G Network
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Launch
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