Orange - Senegal

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Orange (Senegal) uses 1 GSM band and 1 UMTS band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Orange (Senegal). See the tables below for details.

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Carrier website: http://www.orange.sn/

Orange Senegal, operated by Sonatel, has recently launched its 5G mobile services in the country. Here are the key points about the Orange Senegal mobile network:

  1. 5G Launch:

    • Date: June 1, 2024.
    • CEO Announcement: The launch was announced by CEO Sékou Dramé on May 21, 2024.
    • Initial Coverage: The 5G network initially covers major cities such as Dakar, Thiès, Saint-Louis, Diourbel, Kaolack, and Louga, with 176 sites deployed.

  2. Service Details:

    • Speed: Promises download speeds up to 10 times faster than 4G, enabling real-time applications like online gaming, virtual reality, telemedicine, and e-education.
    • Compatibility: Requires 5G-compatible devices to access the service.

  3. Market Position:

    • Market Share: Sonatel holds a significant market share in Senegal, with 65.2% of the Internet market and 56.4% of the mobile phone market as of December 31, 2023.
    • Competitors: Competes with other operators like Expresso Sénégal and Saga Africa Holding Limited (Free).

  4. Network Expansion:

    • Future Plans: Plans to extend 5G coverage to the entire Dakar region by the end of 2024.

  5. Financial Investment:

    • License Cost: Acquired the first 5G operating license in Senegal for CFA34.5 billion ($57 million) in July 2023.
    • Overall Investment: Invests significantly in high-performance networks, with over €1 billion annually in Africa and the Middle East.

  6. Additional Services:

    • Orange Money: Offers financial services with a customer base of 31.6 million, an increase of 19.8% compared to 2022.
    • 4G and 3G Coverage: Also provides extensive coverage for 2G, 3G, and 4G networks in various regions of Senegal.

Overall, Orange Senegal's 5G mobile network is expected to enhance connectivity, stimulate innovation, and boost economic growth in the country.

Frequency Bands

GSM

Name Interface Description
900 MHz (E-GSM) GSM

Orange Senegal primarily uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band for its mobile communications. This deployment was in place by 2013, as indicated by the high prevalence of dual SIM use and the dominance of GSM 900 in Senegal's mobile network during that time.

UMTS

Name Interface Description
B1 (2100 MHz) UMTS

Orange Senegal uses the UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) frequency band. This band is widely used for 3G services and supports various networks and devices.

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