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Cape Verde

Mobile networks and carriers in Cape Verde use 2 GSM bands and 1 UMTS band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work in Cape Verde. See the tables below for details.


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Cape Verde's mobile network has undergone significant development since its inception. The first digital mobile Global System for Mobile (GSM) network was launched by CVT in late 1997. By the end of 2001, CVT had 31,507 subscribers, representing a density of 7% and a growth rate of 60% compared to 2000. The network is available on all islands, with an estimated population coverage of around 90%. Pre-paid services were introduced in 1998, and by 2001, almost all new subscribers were pre-paid. In 2001, mobile revenues were ECV 989 million (approximately US$ 8.2 million), accounting for 18.6% of total telecom revenues and a 70.3% increase over the previous year. CVT has roaming agreements with 33 foreign mobile operators, with tourism driving roaming revenues, which accounted for around 15% of total mobile revenues.


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Name # of frequency bands in use
Unitel T+ 3

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Frequencies in use

GSM

Name Interface
900 MHz (E-GSM) GSM
1800 MHz (DCS) GSM

UMTS

Name Interface
B1 (2100 MHz) UMTS

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