CST - Sao Tome and Principe

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CST (Sao Tome and Principe) uses 1 GSM band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with CST (Sao Tome and Principe). See the tables below for details.

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Carrier website: http://www.cstome.net/

Companhia Santomense de Telecomunicacoes (CST) is the dominant telecom operator in São Tomé and Principe. Here are some key points about CST's mobile network:

  1. 4G Launch:

    • CST launched commercial 4G services on August 8, 2023, covering over 90 percent of the population with 102 antennas across 34 locations.
    • The 4G network offers browsing speeds up to 150 Mbps per antenna, which is 10 times faster than the existing 3G network.

  2. Network Coverage:

    • The 4G network is the largest in São Tomé and Principe, providing extensive coverage across the islands.
    • CST has a significant market share, covering some 93% of the population through its 2G and 3G networks.

  3. Investment:

    • CST invested approximately 2.3 million Euros in the 4G network, marking its largest investment in the country in a decade.
    • The company also plans to install a 1.5 Gbps link between the two islands, tripling the current capacity.

  4. New Internet Packages:

    • CST introduced new internet packages with increased speed, higher data ceilings, and more options, offering better value for customers.
    • Prices for these packages have been reduced, making internet services more affordable for users.

  5. Ownership:

    • CST is under new ownership, with Visabeira Global, part of the Portuguese Visabeira group, acquiring 51% of the shares previously held by Africatel Holdings.
    • The state of São Tomé and Principe retains the remaining 49% of the shares.

  6. Other Services:

    • CST also operates a pay-TV service and holds a 74.5% stake in STP Cabo, a company involved in the ACE submarine cable consortium linking West Africa to Europe.

Overall, CST's mobile network in São Tomé and Principe has seen significant advancements with the launch of 4G services, improved network coverage, and enhanced internet packages, reflecting the company's commitment to technological advancement and customer satisfaction.

Frequency Bands

GSM

Name Interface Description
900 MHz (E-GSM) GSM

CST Sao Tome and Principe uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band. This deployment is part of the GSM standard used for mobile communications. The GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band is a subset of the GSM standard, primarily used in various regions around the world, including Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Australia.

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