Tigo - Congo (DRC)
Tigo (Congo (DRC)) uses 1 GSM band and 1 UMTS band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work with Tigo (Congo (DRC)). See the tables below for details.
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Tigo Congo (DRC) is a mobile network operator in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Here are some key points about the network:
Acquisition by Orange: Tigo in the DRC was acquired by Orange, a French telecommunications company, in 2016. This acquisition aimed to strengthen Orange's presence in the DRC, which is a significant market with strong growth potential.
Customer Base: Tigo has managed to acquire over 250,000 new customers in less than three months following its return to the DRC market.
Network Coverage: The DRC's communications network is characterized by a blend of advanced telecommunications and significant insufficiencies. Cellular networks, including Tigo, are not fully linked and can suffer from overload and occasional service interruptions.
Frequency Bands: Tigo Congo (DRC) uses 1 GSM band and 1 UMTS band, which can affect the compatibility of mobile devices with the network.
Market Position: The DRC is the largest mobile market in Central and West Africa after Nigeria, with a population of over 80 million people and a relatively low mobile penetration rate of 50%.
Overall, Tigo Congo (DRC) operates within a dynamic and growing market, with significant opportunities for expansion and development.
Frequency Bands
GSM
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM | Tigo Congo (DRC) uses the GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) frequency band. This band operates from 880 MHz to 960 MHz, with the uplink frequency range from 880 MHz to 915 MHz and the downlink frequency range from 925 MHz to 960 MHz. The GSM 900 MHz (E-GSM) band is widely used in various parts of the world, including Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia. |
UMTS
| Name | Interface | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B1 (2100 MHz) | UMTS | Tigo Congo (DRC) uses the UMTS B1 (2100 MHz) frequency band. The deployment date is unknown. |
