Somtel - Somalia

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Somtel (Somalia) uses 2 GSM bands and 1 UMTS band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Somtel (Somalia). See the tables below for details.

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Carrier website: http://somtelnetwork.net/

Somtel Somalia is a telecommunications company that provides a wide range of mobile services in Somalia and Somaliland. Here are some key details about the company:

Overview

  • Headquarters: Hargeisa, Somaliland
  • Ownership: Wholly owned by Dahabshiil Group
  • Registration: Officially registered in the British Virgin Islands

Services

  • Mobile Voice and Data: Offers 3G and 4G services, including mobile financial services via eDahab.
  • Internet Services: Provides broadband internet, international roaming, landline, DSL bundles, and mobile data services.
  • Cloud Services: Offers cloud services to its customers.
  • Mobile Wallet: Provides mobile wallet services for financial transactions.

Partnerships

  • O3b Networks: Partners with O3b Networks to improve network reliability and speed.
  • Google: Has partnered with Google for email services since 2012.

Frequency Bands

  • Operates on GSM, 3G (2100 MHz), 2G (1800 MHz, 900 MHz), and LTE (800 MHz) frequency bands.

Recent Developments

  • 5G Network: Launched Somalia's first 5G network in January 2024, aiming to enhance digital services and economic growth.

Customer Base

  • Serves more than four million mobile subscribers across Somalia and Somaliland.

Customer Experience

  • Known for its commitment to innovation, reputation, and excellence in service delivery. The company has received positive feedback from customers for its assistance and support.

Somtel Somalia continues to expand its services, focusing on digital innovation and customer satisfaction.

Frequency Bands

GSM

Name Interface Description
900 MHz (E-GSM) GSM

Somtel Somalia uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band. The deployment of this frequency band is not specified in the information provided.
1800 MHz (DCS) GSM

Somtel Somalia uses the GSM 1800 MHz (DCS) frequency band.

UMTS

Name Interface Description
B1 (2100 MHz) UMTS

Somtel Somalia uses the UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) frequency band. The deployment date of this frequency band is not specified.

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