Vodacom Congo (RDC), branded as Vodacom, is the largest mobile network operating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The company entered the mobile services market in 2001 with the launch of GSM cellular services. Vodacom operates as a subsidiary of South African Vodacom Group, who hold a 51% controlling stake in the company, the remainder held by Congolese Wireless Networks s.p.r.l.

Alias
Vodacom Congo (RDC) S.A.
Country
Congo Democratic Republic DRC
Type
Mobile Network Operator
Ownership
Vodacom Group
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3G Network

Vodacom has provided 2G GSM services over the 900 and 1800 MHz bands, and in October 2012 launched 3G UMTS (HSPA+) over B1 (2100 MHz).

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

4G Network

Following the refresh of the RDC Telecommunication Act in May 2018 the company officially announced the launch of 4G LTE services using refarmed WiMAX spectrum to B42 (3500 MHz) TDD 4G LTE, along with B3, B20, and B28 carriers.

4G Frequency Bands
Network Frequency Band Status Known EARFCNs
B3 (1800 MHz)
Active
1899
B20 (800 MHz)
Active
6300
B28 (700 MHz)
Active
9260
B42 (3500 MHz)
Active
Date Event Subtype
Launch of 4G Network
Launch