MTC - Namibia
MTC (Namibia) uses 2 GSM bands, 1 UMTS band, and 1 LTE band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with MTC (Namibia). See the tables below for details.
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MTC Namibia is the first and largest mobile telecommunications company in Namibia, established in 1995. The company has over two million active subscribers and provides a comprehensive range of services including prepaid and postpaid internet, wireless services, and mobile broadband. As of 2024, MTC's mobile network covers 97% of Namibia's population and 87.4% of Namibians have access to mobile broadband.
MTC Namibia has significantly expanded its service portfolio over the years, initially focusing on cellular operations but now offering fixed-line, broadband, e-commerce, mobile applications, cloud services, and more. The company has been recognized for its innovative digital solutions and has been dedicated to achieving 100% coverage across Namibia, even in remote and rural regions.
The network supports various technologies, including GSM 2G, UMTS 3G, and LTE 4G, ensuring high-speed and reliable connectivity for its users. MTC Namibia has also been involved in strategic partnerships to enhance its services, such as collaborating with the Ondangwa Town Council to implement smart city technology.
The company offers various support services, including customer contact centers, retail stores, and online support options. Customers can manage their accounts, recharge their phones, and access a range of packages and tariffs through these channels.
Frequency Bands
GSM
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM | MTC Namibia uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band. This band ranges from 880 MHz to 960 MHz, with the uplink frequency range from 880 MHz to 915 MHz and the downlink range from 925 MHz to 960 MHz. The GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) band is primarily used in Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Australia. |
| 1800 MHz (DCS) | GSM | MTC Namibia uses the GSM 1800 MHz (DCS) frequency band. This band is used for GSM services and is part of the company's overall mobile network infrastructure. The deployment of this frequency band is not specified in the provided information. |
UMTS
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B1 (2100 MHz) | UMTS | MTC Namibia uses the UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) frequency band. This deployment supports high-speed data services and is part of MTC's comprehensive mobile network infrastructure, which covers 97% of Namibia's population and provides a wide range of services including internet, wireless services, and mobile broadband. |
LTE
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE | MTC Namibia uses LTE Band 3 (1800 MHz +) for its LTE deployments. This band is one of the most widely used frequency bands for LTE globally, supporting both FDD and TDD configurations. It offers a balance between network coverage and data capacity, making it suitable for dense urban areas. |
